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Hinton weather in December (Alberta, Canada)

Planning a trip to Hinton in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Hinton generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -5°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. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Hinton in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of snow are anticipated.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 56 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

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

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

 

Hinton, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
SunshineSunshine 56 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Jasper, Canada (67 KM, 41 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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Hinton 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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