Yukon Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to the Yukon, Canada this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Yukon in December

The Yukon, Canada is a region in Canada. December in the Yukon generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -17°C (1°F) in Dawson City to -10°C (14°F) in Carcross. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -16°C (3°F) in Carcross and -25°C (-13°F) in Dawson City. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Beaver Creek with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to moderate snowfall in Beloud Post with 85 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Whitehorse receives around 30 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore the Yukon by month

Best Places to Visit in the Yukon in December

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

perfect weather
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tolerable
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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 the Yukon

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

Temperature range in the Yukon (December)

Precipitation variation in the Yukon (December)

Whitehorse

In December Whitehorse generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C (12°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
30 hours
44 hours
Monthly snowfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Haines Junction

In December Haines Junction generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -14°C (7°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-16°C (3°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-21°C (-6°F)
-23°C (-9°F)
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Carcross

In December Carcross generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -10°C (14°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
30 hours
44 hours
Monthly snowfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Tagish

In December Tagish generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C (12°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C (0°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-18°C (0°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
Monthly sun hours
40 hours
30 hours
44 hours
Monthly snowfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Beaver Creek

In December Beaver Creek generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -17°C (1°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -24°C (-11°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-17°C (1°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Min temperature
-19°C (-2°F)
-24°C (-11°F)
-25°C (-13°F)
Monthly snowfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 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 the Yukon in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Whitehorse -11°C (12°F) -18°C (0°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Haines Junction -14°C (7°F) -21°C (-6°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Carcross -10°C (14°F) -16°C (3°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Tagish -11°C (12°F) -18°C (0°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Beaver Creek -17°C (1°F) -24°C (-11°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Mayo -17°C (1°F) -24°C (-11°F) 26 mm (1 in)

The Yukon weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in the Yukon, Canada brings poor weather. In Whitehorse, daytime temperatures are typically around -11°C (12°F) and nighttime lows hover near -18°C (0°F).

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

In Whitehorse, the average daytime high in December is -11°C (12°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -18°C (0°F).

Does the Yukon, Canada get a lot of snow in December?

Not particularly. Whitehorse averages just 39 mm (1.5 in) of snow in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Yukon, Canada.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Yukon, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Whitehorse, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Yukon, Canada.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Whitehorse. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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