New Westminster Weather in December

December in New Westminster averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and 1°C (34°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, with around 301 mm (12 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.

Rainfall in New Westminster in December

As part of the rainy season, New Westminster sees around 21 days of rain in December, with an average of 301 mm (12 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in New Westminster in December

December in New Westminster brings typical temperatures with highs around 7°C (45°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F). Winter occurs in December. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Sunshine in New Westminster in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 56 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit New Westminster. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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New Westminster Temperature in December

Min Temperature 1°C (34°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 301 mm (12 in)  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 56 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

* Data from: Vancouver, Canada (17 KM, 10 Miles).

What to Wear in New Westminster in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in New Westminster 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in New Westminster in December

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

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Canada, check out our New Westminster's climate page.

More climate data for New Westminster

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity

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