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Sidney weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

Can you expect sunny skies in Sidney in December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Sidney usually has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 8°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 4°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Sidney in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 164 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 20 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 70 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sidney. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Sidney, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 164 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 70 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27% *  
* Data from: Victoria, Canada (24 KM, 15 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.

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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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