Monthly climate guide
Vancouver weather in December
December in Vancouver is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around 1°C (34°F) and night-time lows near -3°C (26°F). The month usually brings about 286 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Vancouver is usually about 5°C cooler than Surrey, 30 km away, in December.
- Keep a flexible plan: if showers roll in, shift Gastown to a drier part of the day.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -3°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
December is typically Vancouver's coolest month.
Avg high
1°C
34°F
Avg low
-3°C
26°F
Rainfall
286 mm
very wet
Humidity
93%
relative
Sky
78%
cloud · often cloudy
Vancouver weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 35°F | -3°C / 27°F | 312 mm | 93% | 80% |
| February | 1°C / 35°F | -4°C / 26°F | 193 mm | 93% | 77% |
| March | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 30°F | 260 mm | 91% | 78% |
| April | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 36°F | 151 mm | 85% | 78% |
| May | 15°C / 58°F | 7°C / 45°F | 88 mm | 78% | 68% |
| June | 17°C / 62°F | 10°C / 49°F | 86 mm | 79% | 71% |
| July | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 52 mm | 77% | 50% |
| August | 21°C / 69°F | 13°C / 55°F | 53 mm | 77% | 48% |
| September | 17°C / 63°F | 10°C / 50°F | 137 mm | 81% | 58% |
| October | 11°C / 52°F | 5°C / 41°F | 228 mm | 86% | 71% |
| November | 5°C / 41°F | 0°C / 33°F | 334 mm | 90% | 79% |
| December | 1°C / 34°F | -3°C / 26°F | 286 mm | 93% | 78% |
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
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Vancouver?
Our Vancouver guide recommends: June to September, when rainfall is lowest and days are longest.
Pack for rain outside summer — Vancouver gets significantly more rainfall than most North American cities from October through April.
Best time to visit Vancouver →Other Canada cities in December
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Vancouver in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Vancouver?
December is cool in Vancouver, with highs around 1°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Vancouver in December?
Average highs are about 1°C (34°F) and average lows about -3°C (26°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Vancouver in December?
Vancouver typically gets around 286 mm of rain in December — very wet.
When is the best time to visit Vancouver?
June to September, when rainfall is lowest and days are longest.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Vancouver (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.