Anticosti Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Anticosti Island, Canada in December.

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Port Menier

Are you planning a trip a to Anticosti Island, Canada in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Anticosti Island in December

Anticosti Island, Canada is a region in Canada. December in Anticosti Island generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -1°C (30°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Port Menier. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Anticosti Island, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average snowfall of around 104 mm (4.1 in) in Port Menier.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Port Menier experiences about 65 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Anticosti Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Anticosti Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port Menier)

January-5°C (23°F) February-6°C (21°F) March-1°C (30°F) April3°C (37°F) May8°C (46°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September15°C (59°F) October9°C (48°F) November4°C (39°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Anticosti Island in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Anticosti Island.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Anticosti Island

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Anticosti Island, Canada?

Port Menier

In December Port Menier generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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December
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November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
65 hours
79 hours
Monthly snowfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Anticosti Island, in Canada.

In our records: Canada December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Canada in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Canada dropped to -51°C (-60°F) in Mayo on December 22, 2022.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Canada was -49°C (-56°F) in Mayo on December 20, 2022.

Anticosti Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Anticosti Island, Canada in December?

Expect poor weather across Anticosti Island, Canada in December. The popular destination of Port Menier averages -1°C (30°F) by day and -7°C (19°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Anticosti Island, Canada in December?

Average temperatures in Anticosti Island, Canada during December range from a nighttime low near -7°C (19°F) to a daytime high around -1°C (30°F) in Port Menier.

Does Anticosti Island, Canada get a lot of snow in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Anticosti Island, Canada. Average snowfall in Port Menier sits around 104 mm (4.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Anticosti Island, Canada?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Anticosti Island, Canada with often poor weather in Port Menier.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly pleasant weather in Port Menier. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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