Whitehorse weather in December (Yukon, Canada)

Curious about the climate in Whitehorse this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Whitehorse typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season takes place during December. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -11°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -18°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Whitehorse in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. On average, there are about 11 days with snow during this month.

Average sunshine

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

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

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

 

Whitehorse, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -18°C  

Max Temperature -11°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 39 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 75%  

Sunshine 30 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 15%  

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

Temperatures

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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?

Visitors traveling to Whitehorse should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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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