Quebec City weather in December (Quebec, Canada)
Looking to travel to Quebec City in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In December, Quebec City typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -11°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
Quebec City in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days of snowfall is expected.
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 83 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 Quebec City. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Quebec City climate page with graphs.
Quebec City, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-11°C
Max Temperature
-2°C
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
112 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
73%
Sunshine
83 hours
Percentage Sunshine
31%
Where to go in Canada in December
Find out more about the weather in Canada in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Quebec City in December?
Visitors traveling to Quebec City 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.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Quebec City.
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 climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
