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Dorval Weather in December

December in Dorval brings very low temperatures around 0°C (32°F) during the day, dropping to -8°C (18°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 92 mm (3.6 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Dorval in December

Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 92 mm (3.6 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Dorval in December

Daytime temperatures in Dorval reach 0°C (32°F) in December, dropping to -8°C (18°F) at night. December is in the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With overnight lows of -8°C (18°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Dorval in December

The city usually sees around 80 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Dorval in December

Average wind conditions reach 7 m/s (14 knots) in December. This indicates a windy month with strong breezes dominating the weather pattern. Remember this is an average: while most days are notably windy, some calmer periods occur alongside more stormy conditions.

Average water temperature in December

The water sits at 11°C (52°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

December in Dorval can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Dorval Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C (18°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C (52°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm (3.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 m/s (14 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 80 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Montréal, Canada (16 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in Canada in December

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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 (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 Dorval in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Dorval in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Expect water temperatures of around 11°C (52°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Dorval in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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