Penticton weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

Will it be warm or cold in Penticton this December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of December in Penticton typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season takes place during December. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -0°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -6°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Penticton in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see snowfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 35 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Penticton. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Penticton, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 35 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 14% *  

* Data from: Kelowna, Canada (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 Penticton 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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