Salt Spring Island Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Salt Spring Island in December

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Ganges. 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 Salt Spring Island, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Fulford Harbour with an average of 173 mm (6.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Fernwood with 186 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Ganges gets roughly 70 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Salt Spring Island by month

Best Places to Visit in Salt Spring Island in December

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

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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 Salt Spring Island

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

Temperature range in Salt Spring Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Salt Spring Island (December)

Ganges

In December Ganges generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
70 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
178 mm (7 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Fernwood

In December Fernwood generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
56 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Fulford Harbour

In December Fulford Harbour generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
70 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ganges 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Fernwood 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Fulford Harbour 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)

Salt Spring Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Salt Spring Island, Canada in December?

Salt Spring Island, Canada typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Ganges average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Salt Spring Island, Canada in December?

Ganges averages a daytime maximum of 8°C (46°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Ganges records an average of 178 mm (7 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Salt Spring Island, Canada.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Salt Spring Island, Canada?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Salt Spring Island, Canada with often poor weather in Ganges.

On average, the best time to visit Salt Spring Island, Canada is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Ganges. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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