New Westminster weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

How's the weather trend in New Westminster as December approaches? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in New Westminster includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December marks the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 7°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 1°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

New Westminster in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 301 mm for the month. This month experiences about 21 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

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 prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit New Westminster. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

New Westminster, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 301 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 56 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

Data from: Vancouver, Canada (17 KM, 10 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?

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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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