Monthly climate guide
Edmonton weather in December
With highs near -6°C (21°F) and lows around -13°C (8°F), December feels freezing in Edmonton. Rainfall averages about 19 mm (very dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- In Edmonton, December is early winter.
- Pack for frost — nights average -13°C in December.
- Only one month is cooler in Edmonton than December.
- Rain is well below Edmonton's usual level (around 60% less).
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
-6°C
21°F
Avg low
-13°C
8°F
Rainfall
19 mm
very dry
Humidity
90%
relative
Sky
70%
cloud · often cloudy
Edmonton weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6°C / 21°F | -14°C / 6°F | 24 mm | 91% | 70% |
| February | -5°C / 22°F | -15°C / 5°F | 20 mm | 88% | 67% |
| March | 1°C / 34°F | -9°C / 16°F | 27 mm | 81% | 69% |
| April | 9°C / 48°F | -2°C / 28°F | 42 mm | 70% | 68% |
| May | 17°C / 62°F | 4°C / 40°F | 65 mm | 65% | 60% |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 99 mm | 70% | 64% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 53°F | 110 mm | 72% | 56% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 51°F | 57 mm | 70% | 58% |
| September | 17°C / 63°F | 6°C / 42°F | 43 mm | 72% | 60% |
| October | 9°C / 48°F | -1°C / 30°F | 30 mm | 78% | 69% |
| November | -1°C / 30°F | -8°C / 17°F | 34 mm | 87% | 79% |
| December | -6°C / 21°F | -13°C / 8°F | 19 mm | 90% | 70% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is December a good time to visit Edmonton?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Edmonton →Other Canada cities in December
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Edmonton in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Edmonton?
December is cool in Edmonton, with highs around -6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Edmonton in December?
Average highs are about -6°C (21°F) and average lows about -13°C (8°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Edmonton in December?
Edmonton typically gets around 19 mm of rain in December — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Edmonton (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.