Cochrane weather in December (Alberta, Canada)

Interested in knowing the climate of Cochrane in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Cochrane includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is part of winter. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -13°C. Prepare for low temperatures this month by wearing plenty of layers. It's essential to stay warm in such cold conditions.

Precipitation

Cochrane in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 7 days days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 112 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cochrane. 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 Cochrane climate page with graphs.

 

Cochrane, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -13°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 19 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 54% *  

Sunshine 112 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 46% *  

* Data from: Calgary, Canada (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Cochrane 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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