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With daytime temperatures of -17°C (1°F) and nighttime lows of -25°C (-13°F), December in Dawson City brings very low temperatures during the day. Some snowfall is to be expected during the month.
December in Dawson City has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Canada in December →
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).
We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Dawson City in December. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full Dawson City climate overview or explore weather in Canada.
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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