December marks the beginning of winter, with cold temperatures, snow, and ice returning to the beach. Swimming and sunbathing are not recommended, but winter activities like ice fishing, ice skating, and snowshoeing can be enjoyed along the shoreline. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December is a cold and snowy month in Georgian Bay and the Bruce Peninsula, and the beaches are not crowded. People are more focused on winter activities and holiday celebrations. The Christmas and New Year's holidays do not have a significant impact on beach crowds, as it is not a popular time for beach visits.
The average maximum temperature in Georgian Bay in December is 0°. The average maximum temperature is 5° in the previous month and -4° in the next month.
The average temperature in Georgian Bay in December is -2°. The average temperature ranges is 3° in the previous month and -7° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Georgian Bay in December is -5°. The minimum temperature is 1° in the previous month and -10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Georgian Bay in December are 8.8 and there are 2 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it not a particularly sunny month.
The ultraviolet index in Georgian Bay in December is typically 1.2 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Georgian Bay in December is 9.1° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average maximum wind speed in Georgian Bay in December is typically 39kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 37kmh in the previous month and 37kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Georgian Bay in December is typically 25kmh. The average wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Georgian Bay in December is from the North-Northwest.
