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Gatineau weather in December (Quebec, Canada)

What kind of weather does December bring to Gatineau? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In December, Gatineau tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching -0°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -9°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Gatineau in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 83 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Gatineau. May and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gatineau, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 86 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 83 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 30% *  
Data from: Ottawa, Canada (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in December

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

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Gatineau 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.

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

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