Gabriola Island Weather in December

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

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Gabriola

Planning a journey to Gabriola Island, Canada this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Gabriola Island in December

Gabriola Island, Canada is a region in Canada. December in Gabriola Island generally has cold temperatures, with heavy precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Gabriola. 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.

To explore the conditions in Gabriola Island, Canada in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 239 mm (9.4 in) in Gabriola.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Gabriola receives roughly 56 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Gabriola Island in December

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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 Gabriola Island

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

Gabriola

In December Gabriola generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
56 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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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.

Gabriola Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Gabriola Island, Canada generally has poor weather conditions. Gabriola sees daytime temperatures near 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

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

In Gabriola, the average daytime high in December is 7°C (45°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Gabriola Island, Canada get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Gabriola Island, Canada peaks during December. Gabriola averages roughly 239 mm (9.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Gabriola Island, Canada due to the typically poor weather in Gabriola.

On average, the best time to visit Gabriola Island, Canada is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Gabriola. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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