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Moncton weather in December (New Brunswick, Canada)

Can you expect sunny skies in Moncton in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Moncton generally includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is part of winter. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 2°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -8°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Moncton in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 101 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Moncton. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, 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 Moncton climate page with graphs.

 

Moncton, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 101 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38%  

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.

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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?

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
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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