If you are thinking of traveling to Vancouver in December, think and plan carefully. The average daytime high temperature is usually around +43°F, and there are only about 1 sunny days in total throughout the whole month. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+43°F
Avg. max. temperature
+7°F
Min.
+57°F
Max.
259 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Vancouver has uncomfortable weather in December.
Average temperature in Vancouver in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Vancouver for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +55°F during the day to a minimum of +34°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +48°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 42% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +41°F to +50°F.
Is Vancouver warm or cold in December?
Vancouver is typically chill in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +48°F to +43°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +41°F to +36°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
December is one of the coolest months in Vancouver, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Vancouver in December
Water in Vancouver in December is Cold. It varies from +44°F to +47°F, with an average of +46°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +43°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Vancouver are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +52°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +44°F.
Can you swim in Vancouver in December?
We would not recommend swimming in Vancouver in December, the water is very cold (+46°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
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Climate in Vancouver in December
Vancouver weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+48°F
+43°F
+43°F
Min. temperature
+9°F
+7°F
+12°F
Max. temperature
+64°F
+57°F
+57°F
Rainfall
300 mm
259 mm
246 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+48°F
+46°F
+45°F
Humidity
84%
85%
86%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
2
Cloudy days
6
8
8
Rainy days
22
18
18
Snowy days
1
4
4
December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November.It’s getting colder in December. From +48°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +43°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 300 mm to 259 mm.Humidity rises from 84% to 85%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in November to 1 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains bad.
Wind speed in Vancouver in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Vancouver is gradually decreasing during December, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 84% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 358 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 57 mm, which is considered heavy rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Vancouver, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Vancouver wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 73% chance of precipitation and 300 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during December in Vancouver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in December, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.
December is one of the snowiest months in Vancouver.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last December in Vancouver?
This is the weather in Vancouver in December 2023:
1 December
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+41°F
2 December
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+49°F
3 December
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+47°F
4 December
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+46°F
5 December
🌧️
+54°F
6 December
🌧️
+51°F
7 December
☁️
+47°F
8 December
☀️
+44°F
9 December
☁️
+41°F
10 December
🌫️
+46°F
11 December
☁️
+46°F
12 December
☁️
+44°F
13 December
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+48°F
14 December
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+48°F
15 December
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+52°F
16 December
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+50°F
17 December
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+51°F
18 December
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+48°F
19 December
🌧️
+51°F
20 December
🌫️
+51°F
21 December
🌧️
+51°F
22 December
🌧️
+50°F
23 December
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+46°F
24 December
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+44°F
25 December
🌧️
+46°F
26 December
🌧️
+51°F
27 December
☁️
+52°F
28 December
🌧️
+54°F
29 December
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+55°F
30 December
🌧️
+54°F
31 December
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+51°F
In December 2023 Vancouver had 2 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +48°F, with an absolute maximum of +55°F and a minimum of +41°F. The average humidity was 91%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Vancouver climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Vancouver in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+55°F) and the highest in 2023 (+61°F). The driest year was 1985 with only 1057 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 2802 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vancouver in December:
Is December a good time to visit Vancouver?
There is never a bad time to go to Vancouver, but the weather isn’t the best in December, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Vancouver and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Vancouver in December?
Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Vancouver in December?
Swimming in Vancouver in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Vancouver rainy in December?
Vancouver is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Vancouver in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Vancouver in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Vancouver in December?
The normal prices to fly to Vancouver is $269 - $500. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Vancouver, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
