Shawnigan Lake weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Shawnigan Lake during December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

December in Shawnigan Lake generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Experience the winter season in December. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 7°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 2°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Shawnigan Lake in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 70 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Shawnigan Lake. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shawnigan Lake climate page with graphs.

 

Shawnigan Lake, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 191 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 70 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 27% *  

Data from: Victoria, Canada (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in December

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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