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Hamilton Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows of -4°C (25°F), December in Hamilton brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 75 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Hamilton in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 75 mm (3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Hamilton in December

Temperatures in Hamilton in December top out at 3°C (37°F) and drop to -4°C (25°F) overnight. December is in the winter season. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Sunshine in Hamilton in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 72 hours of sunshine.

December in Hamilton has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Hamilton Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C (25°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 72 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 25%  

Best Places in Canada in December

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 →

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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 Hamilton in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hamilton 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Hamilton in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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