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Sainte-Marie weather in December (Quebec, Canada)

Will it be warm or cold in Sainte-Marie this December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Sainte-Marie tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is part of winter. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around -2°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -11°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Precipitation

Sainte-Marie in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see snowfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 83 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sainte-Marie. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sainte-Marie climate page with graphs.

 

Sainte-Marie, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 106 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 83 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
Data from: Quebec City, Canada (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in December

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Sainte-Marie should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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