St. John's weather in December (Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada)

What does the weather outlook for St. John's look like in December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During December, St. John's usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 4°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -2°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

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. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 62 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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%  

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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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