Normal weather for Yukon in December
It's cold in December in Yukon with an average temperature of -9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -14°C to a high of -3°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -21°C and -8°C.
In December, there is an average of 108 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 25 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Yukon in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-9°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
-3°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
-14°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
108 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
25 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
13 days | 1 day | |
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Start of December
The month of December starts in Yukon with very cold temperatures, averaging around -5°C during the day and nights close to -11°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around -9°C, with nights close to -16°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Yukon will be around -10°C, with nights close to -17°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Temperature records for Yukon in December
With 7°C, Yukon hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -37°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -41°C to a high of 3°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Yukon
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Yukon, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Yukon
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Yukon, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Yukon.
Daily Snowfall in December in Yukon
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Yukon, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Yukon
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Yukon, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Yukon Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Yukon, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Yukon Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Yukon, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Yukon per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Yukon, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for Yukon
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Yukon. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Yukon by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Yukon. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
