Niagara on the Lake weather in December (Ontario, Canada)

What weather conditions can you expect in Niagara on the Lake this December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Niagara on the Lake usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 3°C. At night, it falls to around -2°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Niagara on the Lake in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 68 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Niagara on the Lake. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Niagara on the Lake, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 68 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (44 KM, 27 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

Precipitation

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.

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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Niagara on the Lake.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Canada? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Canada. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.