Gaspé Peninsula Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in December.

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Percé Gaspé Sainte-Anne-des-Monts Carleton sur Mer

Thinking about venturing to the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Gaspé Peninsula in December

The Gaspé Peninsula, Canada is a region in Canada. December in the Gaspé Peninsula generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -3°C (27°F) in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts to 0°C (32°F) in Percé. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -7°C (19°F) in Percé and -10°C (14°F) in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts. In many regions in Canada, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

For specific regional insights in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Matane with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high snowfall in Chandler with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Explore the Gaspé Peninsula by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Gaspé Peninsula — and find the best time to visit. (based on Percé)

January-5°C (23°F) February-5°C (23°F) March0°C (32°F) April5°C (41°F) May10°C (50°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August21°C (70°F) September17°C (63°F) October11°C (52°F) November5°C (41°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Gaspé Peninsula in December

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

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 Gaspé Peninsula

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

Temperature range in the Gaspé Peninsula (December)

Precipitation variation in the Gaspé Peninsula (December)

Percé

In December Percé generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Percé →

Gaspé

In December Gaspé generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°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
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly snowfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gaspé →

Sainte-Anne-des-Monts

In December Sainte-Anne-des-Monts generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°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
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly snowfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts →

Carleton sur Mer

In December Carleton sur Mer generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Carleton sur Mer →

Matane

In December Matane generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly snowfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Matane →

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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.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Gaspé Peninsula in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Percé 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Gaspé -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Sainte-Anne-des-Monts -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Carleton sur Mer -2°C (28°F) -12°C (10°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Matane -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Cap-Chat -3°C (27°F) -9°C (16°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

The Gaspé Peninsula weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in December?

December in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada brings poor weather. In Percé, daytime temperatures are typically around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows hover near -7°C (19°F).

What is the average temperature in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada in December?

Daytime temperatures in Percé peak at roughly 0°C (32°F) in December, dropping to about -7°C (19°F) overnight.

Does the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada get a lot of snow in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada. Average snowfall in Percé sits around 115 mm (4.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Percé, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Gaspé Peninsula, Canada.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Percé. 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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