Magdalen Islands Weather in December

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

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Cap-aux-Meules Havre aux Maisons Étang-du-Nord

Planning a getaway to the Magdalen Islands, Canada this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Magdalen Islands in December

The Magdalen Islands, Canada is a region in Canada. December in the Magdalen Islands generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Cap-aux-Meules. In numerous regions in Canada, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For specific regional insights in the Magdalen Islands, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 135 mm (5.3 in) in Cap-aux-Meules. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Cap-aux-Meules.

Explore the Magdalen Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Magdalen Islands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cap-aux-Meules)

January-1°C (30°F) February-2°C (28°F) March0°C (32°F) April3°C (37°F) May8°C (46°F) This monthJune13°C (55°F) July19°C (66°F) August21°C (70°F) September18°C (64°F) October12°C (54°F) November7°C (45°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Magdalen Islands in December

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

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 Magdalen Islands

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

Temperature range in the Magdalen Islands (December)

Precipitation variation in the Magdalen Islands (December)

Cap-aux-Meules

In December Cap-aux-Meules generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cap-aux-Meules →

Havre aux Maisons

In December Havre aux Maisons generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Havre aux Maisons →

Étang-du-Nord

In December Étang-du-Nord generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°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)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 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.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Magdalen Islands in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cap-aux-Meules 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Havre aux Maisons 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Étang-du-Nord 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)

The Magdalen Islands weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Magdalen Islands, Canada in December?

the Magdalen Islands, Canada typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cap-aux-Meules average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Magdalen Islands, Canada in December?

In Cap-aux-Meules, the average daytime high in December is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -2°C (28°F).

Does the Magdalen Islands, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in the Magdalen Islands, Canada. Average snow/rainfall in Cap-aux-Meules sits around 135 mm (5.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Magdalen Islands, Canada?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Magdalen Islands, Canada due to the typically poor weather in Cap-aux-Meules.

Generally speaking, August provides perfect weather in Cap-aux-Meules. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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