Fort Simpson weather in December (Northwest Territories, Canada)
How does the weather in Fort Simpson usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
During December, Fort Simpson usually has very low temperatures and low snowfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around -17°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -24°C. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.
Precipitation
Fort Simpson in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 11 days days of snow.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 30 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Fort Simpson. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort Simpson climate page with graphs.
Fort Simpson, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-24°C
Max Temperature
-17°C
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
19 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
82%
Sunshine
30 hours
Percentage Sunshine
18%
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Fort Simpson 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.
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