Laurentians Weather in December

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

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Mont-Tremblant Sainte-Adèle Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts Val-David

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

What to Expect in the Laurentians in December

The Laurentians, Canada is a region in Canada. December in the Laurentians generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -3°C (27°F) and nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) in Mont-Tremblant. 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 Laurentians, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Labelle with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to moderate snowfall in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts with 100 mm (3.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Laurentians 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 the Laurentians

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

Temperature range in the Laurentians (December)

Precipitation variation in the Laurentians (December)

Mont-Tremblant

In December Mont-Tremblant generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°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)
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mont-Tremblant →

Sainte-Adèle

In December Sainte-Adèle generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate 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
-4°C (25°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
80 hours
99 hours
Monthly snowfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sainte-Adèle →

Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts

In December Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°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)
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
101 mm (4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts →

Val-David

In December Val-David generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°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)
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly snowfall
101 mm (4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Val-David →

Saint-Jérôme

In December Saint-Jérôme generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
80 hours
99 hours
Monthly snowfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Jérôme →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mont-Tremblant -3°C (27°F) -12°C (10°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Sainte-Adèle -2°C (28°F) -12°C (10°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts -3°C (27°F) -12°C (10°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Val-David -3°C (27°F) -12°C (10°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Saint-Jérôme -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Labelle -3°C (27°F) -12°C (10°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

The Laurentians weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Laurentians, Canada in December?

Expect poor weather across the Laurentians, Canada in December. The popular destination of Mont-Tremblant averages -3°C (27°F) by day and -12°C (10°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in the Laurentians, Canada in December?

Daytime temperatures in Mont-Tremblant peak at roughly -3°C (27°F) in December, dropping to about -12°C (10°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Mont-Tremblant averages just 93 mm (3.7 in) of snow in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Laurentians, Canada.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Laurentians, Canada?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to the Laurentians, Canada with often poor weather in Mont-Tremblant.

On average, the best time to visit the Laurentians, Canada is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Mont-Tremblant. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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