Kitimat Weather in December
December in Kitimat typically sees daytime highs of 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows of -5°C (23°F). December falls within the rainy season, so heavy snow/rainfall is to be expected. It falls within the winter season.
Rainfall in Kitimat in December
As part of the rainy season, Kitimat sees around 21 days of rain in December, with an average of 354 mm (14 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours.
Temperature in Kitimat in December
Daytime highs in Kitimat in December reach 1°C (34°F), with nights around -5°C (23°F). December is a notable month of the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. At -5°C (23°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kitimat. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Kitimat Temperature in December
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Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kitimat typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 1°C (34°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -7°C (19°F) to -3°C (27°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Kitimat in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kitimat spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Kitimat historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Kitimat between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The warmest day in December was on December 5, 2020, with a maximum of 9°C (48°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was -22°C (-8°F) (December 21, 2022).
- The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 4, 2017, when 130 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Canada in December
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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 Kitimat in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Kitimat in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Kitimat in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling2/10 -
Walking2/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports2/10
Kitimat 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Vancouver
7°C (45°F) Toronto
4°C (39°F) Niagara Falls4°C (39°F) Montréal
0°C (32°F) Ottawa0°C (32°F) Calgary
-1°C (30°F) Whistler-3°C (27°F) Quebec City-2°C (28°F) 
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