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Fort Macleod weather in December (Alberta, Canada)

Looking to travel to Fort Macleod in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Fort Macleod generally has very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -9°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Fort Macleod in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 20 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of snow/rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Fort Macleod. July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort Macleod climate page with graphs.

 

Fort Macleod, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 20 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  

Where to go in Canada in December

Find out more about the weather in Canada in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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