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Port Hardy Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Port Hardy in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Port Hardy in December

As part of the rainy season, Port Hardy sees around 23 days of rain in December, with an average of 303 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 Port Hardy in December

Daytime highs in Port Hardy in December reach 7°C (45°F), with nights around 2°C (36°F). December is known for being in the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

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

Port Hardy Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
303 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
23 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Port Hardy in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Port Hardy 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.

What To Do in Port Hardy in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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