St. John's weather in December (Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada)
Looking to travel to St. John's in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In December, St. John's generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -2°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.
St. John's in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 19 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 62 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit St. John's. August typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St. John's climate page with graphs.
St. John's, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-2°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
136 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Sunshine
62 hours
Percentage Sunshine
24%
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So, what should you wear in St. John's in December?
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 in December.
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