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Fort Saskatchewan weather in December (Alberta, Canada)

What can you expect from the weather in Fort Saskatchewan during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Fort Saskatchewan typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -6°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -15°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Fort Saskatchewan in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 19 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of snow are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 84 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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

 

Fort Saskatchewan, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 19 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 84 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Edmonton, Canada (26 KM, 16 Miles).

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 Fort Saskatchewan in December?

Visitors traveling to Fort Saskatchewan 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 in December.

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

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