Merritt weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

Wondering what the weather is like in Merritt during December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Merritt typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season takes place during December. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching -1°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -8°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Merritt in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have snow.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 44 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Merritt. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Merritt, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 44 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 18% *  

Data from: Kamloops, Canada (70 KM, 43 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

Temperatures

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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 Merritt 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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