Penticton weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

Curious about the December weather in Penticton? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Penticton generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -0°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

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.

The city usually sees around 35 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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).

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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 Penticton in December?

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 in December.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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