Smithers weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)
What's the typical weather in Smithers for December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
During December, Smithers usually has very low temperatures and high snowfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -5°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -12°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
Precipitation
Smithers in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with snow.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Smithers. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Smithers climate page with graphs.
Smithers, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-5°C
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
100 mm
Rainy days
16 days
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Smithers should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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