Eastern Townships Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Eastern Townships, Canada in December.

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Magog Sherbrooke Bromont Lac-Brome

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

What to Expect in the Eastern Townships in December

The Eastern Townships, Canada is a region in Canada. December in the Eastern Townships generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) in Magog. In many areas in Canada, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across the Eastern Townships, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Farnham with an average of 98 mm (3.9 in) to high snow/rainfall in Cowansville with 105 mm (4.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Eastern Townships in December

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

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 the Eastern Townships

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Eastern Townships, Canada?

Temperature range in the Eastern Townships (December)

Precipitation variation in the Eastern Townships (December)

Magog

In December Magog generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Magog →

Sherbrooke

In December Sherbrooke generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly snowfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sherbrooke →

Bromont

In December Bromont generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
80 hours
99 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bromont →

Lac-Brome

In December Lac-Brome generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly snowfall
101 mm (4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lac-Brome →

Granby

In December Granby generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
80 hours
99 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Granby →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Eastern Townships, 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.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Eastern Townships in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Magog 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sherbrooke 0°C (32°F) -10°C (14°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Bromont 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Lac-Brome 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Granby 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Cowansville 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)

The Eastern Townships weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Eastern Townships, Canada in December?

the Eastern Townships, Canada typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Magog average around 0°C (32°F), and temperatures drop to about -9°C (16°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Eastern Townships, Canada in December?

Average temperatures in the Eastern Townships, Canada during December range from a nighttime low near -9°C (16°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in Magog.

Does the Eastern Townships, Canada get a lot of snow in December?

the Eastern Townships, Canada sees substantial snowfall in December. Magog typically averages about 101 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Eastern Townships, Canada?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to the Eastern Townships, Canada with often poor weather in Magog.

On average, the best time to visit the Eastern Townships, Canada is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Magog. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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