Okanagan Valley Weather in December

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

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Kelowna Penticton Vernon Osoyoos

Considering a trip to the Okanagan Valley, Canada this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Okanagan Valley in December

The Okanagan Valley, Canada is a region in Canada. December in the Okanagan Valley 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 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Kelowna. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Okanagan Valley, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Osoyoos with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Oliver with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in December. Kelowna sees roughly 35 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore the Okanagan Valley by month

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Best Places to Visit in the Okanagan Valley in December

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

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 Okanagan Valley

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

Temperature range in the Okanagan Valley (December)

Precipitation variation in the Okanagan Valley (December)

Kelowna

In December Kelowna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
35 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kelowna →

Penticton

In December Penticton generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°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)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
35 hours
39 hours
Monthly snowfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Penticton →

Vernon

In December Vernon generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°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)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
35 hours
39 hours
Monthly snowfall
77 mm (3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vernon →

Osoyoos

In December Osoyoos generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Osoyoos →

Summerland

In December Summerland generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°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)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
35 hours
39 hours
Monthly snowfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Summerland →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kelowna 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Penticton 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Vernon 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Osoyoos 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Summerland 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Peachland 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

The Okanagan Valley weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in December?

December in the Okanagan Valley, Canada brings poor weather. In Kelowna, daytime temperatures are typically around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime lows hover near -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in December?

Average temperatures in the Okanagan Valley, Canada during December range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 1°C (34°F) in Kelowna.

Does the Okanagan Valley, Canada get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Kelowna averages just 77 mm (3 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Okanagan Valley, Canada.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to the Okanagan Valley, Canada with often poor weather in Kelowna.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Kelowna. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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