Manitoba Weather in December

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

Planning a getaway to Manitoba, 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 Manitoba in December

Manitoba, Canada is a region in Canada. The weather in Manitoba in December can be quite varied, with very cold temperatures and low precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -17°C (1°F) in Churchill to -7°C (19°F) in Steinbach. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -16°C (3°F) in Steinbach and -23°C (-9°F) in Churchill. 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 Manitoba, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Thompson with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to low snowfall in Steinbach with 30 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Winnipeg gets approximately 100 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Manitoba by month

Best Places to Visit in Manitoba in December

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

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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 Manitoba

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

Temperature range in Manitoba (December)

Precipitation variation in Manitoba (December)

Winnipeg

In December Winnipeg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
100 hours
115 hours
Monthly snowfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Churchill

In December Churchill generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -17°C (1°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -23°C (-9°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-23°C (-9°F)
-28°C (-18°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
52 hours
77 hours
Monthly snowfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Brandon

In December Brandon generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -17°C (1°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
Monthly snowfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Thompson

In December Thompson generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -23°C (-9°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-23°C (-9°F)
-26°C (-15°F)
Monthly snowfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Dauphin

In December Dauphin generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
Monthly snowfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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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 Manitoba in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Winnipeg -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Churchill -17°C (1°F) -23°C (-9°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Brandon -7°C (19°F) -17°C (1°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Thompson -14°C (7°F) -23°C (-9°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Dauphin -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Neepawa -7°C (19°F) -17°C (1°F) 26 mm (1 in)

Manitoba weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Manitoba, Canada typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Winnipeg average around -7°C (19°F), and temperatures drop to about -16°C (3°F) at night.

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

Winnipeg averages a daytime maximum of -7°C (19°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -16°C (3°F).

Does Manitoba, Canada get a lot of snow in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Manitoba, Canada during December, with Winnipeg averaging close to 28 mm (1.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Manitoba, Canada?

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

On average, the best time to visit Manitoba, Canada is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Winnipeg. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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