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Waterton Lakes National Park weather in December (Alberta, Canada)

Curious about the December weather in Waterton Lakes National Park? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Waterton Lakes National Park generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -3°C, while nights can cool down to about -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Waterton Lakes National Park in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 11 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Waterton Lakes National Park. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, 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 Waterton Lakes National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Waterton Lakes National Park, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Waterton Lakes National Park 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.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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