Western Shore weather in December (Nova Scotia, Canada)

Can you expect sunny skies in Western Shore in December? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

December in Western Shore generally includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 5°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -3°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Western Shore in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 152 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 108 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Western Shore. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Western Shore, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 152 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 108 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 38% *  

Data from: Halifax, Canada (59 KM, 37 Miles).

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

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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

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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