Prince Rupert weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

How is the weather in Prince Rupert in December? 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, Prince Rupert generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 6°C, while nights can cool down to about 1°C.

Prince Rupert in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 344 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 22 days of rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 34 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 Prince Rupert. June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, August, September, 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 Prince Rupert climate page with graphs.

 

Prince Rupert, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 74%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 344 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 34 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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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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 Prince Rupert in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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