Quadra Island Weather in December

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

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Heriot Bay Quathiaski Cove

Considering a trip to Quadra Island, 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 Quadra Island in December

Quadra Island, Canada is a region in Canada. December in Quadra Island generally has cold temperatures, with heavy precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in Heriot Bay. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For a closer look at conditions across Quadra Island, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 276 mm (11 in) in Heriot Bay.

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Best Places to Visit in Quadra Island 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 Quadra Island

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

Temperature range in Quadra Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Quadra Island (December)

Heriot Bay

In December Heriot Bay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
307 mm (12 in)
276 mm (11 in)
273 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Heriot Bay →

Quathiaski Cove

In December Quathiaski Cove generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
303 mm (12 in)
276 mm (11 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Quathiaski Cove →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Heriot Bay 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 276 mm (11 in)
Quathiaski Cove 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 276 mm (11 in)

Quadra Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Quadra Island, Canada in December?

December in Quadra Island, Canada brings poor weather. In Heriot Bay, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Quadra Island, Canada in December?

Heriot Bay averages a daytime maximum of 6°C (43°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 0°C (32°F).

Does Quadra Island, Canada get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Quadra Island, Canada, with Heriot Bay averaging around 276 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Quadra Island, Canada?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Quadra Island, Canada with often poor weather in Heriot Bay.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Heriot Bay. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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