December Rainfall and Precipitation in Canada
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Canada in December.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Canada precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Canada receive in December?
In December, Toronto typically receives modest snow/rainfall, around 83 mm (3.3 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Canada in December?
Toronto sees roughly 13 days rainy days during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in Canada?
Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Canada.
What is the wettest city in December in Canada?
Zeballos is the wettest city in Canada in December according to our database, with average rainfall of around 436 mm (17 in).
What is the driest city in December in Canada?
Based on our database, Alert sees the least snowfall in Canada in December, with around 11 mm (0.4 in) on average.
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