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Courtenay Weather in December

December in Courtenay brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 309 mm (12 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.

Rainfall in Courtenay in December

As part of the rainy season, Courtenay sees around 19 days of rain in December, with an average of 309 mm (12 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Courtenay in December

Courtenay in December gets highs of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. During December, you'll experience the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Courtenay. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Courtenay Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 309 mm (12 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  

Best Places in Canada in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Courtenay in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!

What To Do in Courtenay in December

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

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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