Vancouver weather in December (Washington State, United States of America)

How's the weather trend in Vancouver as December approaches? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Vancouver tends to experience low temperatures and heavy rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 7°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Vancouver in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 188 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Typically, you can expect about 22 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 64 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Vancouver. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, March, November and December tend to showcase 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 Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 73%  

Precipitation 188 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 64 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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