Winnipeg weather in December (Manitoba, Canada)

What is the weather forecast for Winnipeg in December? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Winnipeg includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -7°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -16°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Winnipeg in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 8 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 100 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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

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

 

Winnipeg, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -16°C  

Max Temperature -7°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 28 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 76%  

Sunshine 100 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 40%  

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

Precipitation

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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 Winnipeg 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

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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