Kitchener weather in December (Ontario, Canada)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Kitchener during December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Kitchener typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 2°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -6°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.

Precipitation

Kitchener in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 17 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 72 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kitchener. May, July, August and September 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 Kitchener climate page with graphs.

 

Kitchener, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 72 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

* Data from: Hamilton, Canada (55 KM, 34 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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