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Sudbury Weather in December

December in Sudbury averages -2°C (28°F) during the day and -12°C (10°F) at night. Quite a bit of snowfall is typical this month, with around 66 mm (2.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Sudbury in December

Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have snow, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Sudbury in December

December in Sudbury brings very low temperatures, with highs of -2°C (28°F) and nights around -12°C (10°F). December is a notable month of the winter season. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. Nights are well below freezing at -12°C (10°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sudbury. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Sudbury Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C (10°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Best Places in Canada in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Sudbury in December

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Sudbury in December. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Sudbury in December

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

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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