Vancouver weather in December (British Columbia, Canada)

How is the weather in Vancouver in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Vancouver typically experiences low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 7°C, while night temperatures can drop to 2°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Vancouver in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 303 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 56 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Vancouver. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Vancouver climate page with graphs.

 

Vancouver, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 303 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
SunshineSunshine 56 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22%  

Where to go in Canada in December

Find out more about the weather in Canada in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Vancouver 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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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