Iqaluit weather in December (Canada)

Curious about the December weather in Iqaluit? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Iqaluit generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Daytime temperatures hover around -14°C, while nights can cool down to about -21°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Iqaluit in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 35 mm for the month. Typically around 12 days of snowfall is expected.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 12 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Iqaluit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Iqaluit, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -21°C  

Max Temperature -14°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 35 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 71%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 12 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 9%  

Where to go in Canada in December

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Iqaluit in December?

Visitors traveling to Iqaluit 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 in December.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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