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Tagish Weather in December

December in Tagish brings very low temperatures, with daytime highs of -11°C (12°F) and nights around -18°C (0°F). Expect around 46 mm (1.8 in) of snowfall during the month.

Rainfall in Tagish in December

Historically, December sees about 9 days of snow, with a monthly average of 46 mm (1.8 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Tagish in December

In December, Tagish gets very low temperatures, with highs of -11°C (12°F). Nights cool to around -18°C (0°F). Winter occurs in December. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. Nights drop below freezing to -18°C (0°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Sunshine in Tagish in December

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 30 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

December in Tagish has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Tagish Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -18°C (0°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -11°C (12°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 46 mm (1.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 30 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Whitehorse, Canada (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

48-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tagish typically drop from around -9°C (16°F) at the start of December to approximately -12°C (10°F) by the end. Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -19°C (-2°F) to -14°C (7°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather for Tagish in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Tagish spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Tagish historical weather extremes in December

Based on 19 years of weather observations in Tagish between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On December 7, 2017, temperatures climbed to 7°C (45°F), marking the warmest December day on record.

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 Tagish in December

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Tagish 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Tagish in December

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

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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