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Visiting Vancouver, Canada in December

December is very cold, and extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. December is rainy with occasional dry periods but many rainy days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Vancouver. December is a good month for swimming in Vancouver with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Vancouver in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Vancouver in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Vancouver. December is too cold, and too cloudy or overcast to enjoy sunbathing and there is a high chance of rain showers.

The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in December is 7°C (44°F).

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Vancouver in December?

Yes, December is a good month for swimming in Vancouver with warm sea temperatures 24°C (74°F).

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Is December a good time to holiday in Vancouver?

No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Vancouver.

December is very cold and extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. It is rainy with occasional dry periods but many rainy days.

It's not a recommended time to go.

The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in December is 7°C (44°F).

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How cold is Vancouver in December?

The average minimum temperature in Vancouver in December is 3°C (37°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (40°F) in the previous month and 3°C (37°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Vancouver in December?

The average day light hours per day in Vancouver in December are 8.2 and there are 1.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during December, making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine.

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Is it warm enough to swim in Vancouver in December?

Yes, December is a good month for swimming in Vancouver with warm sea temperatures 24°C (74°F).

More about December sea temperatures.

Is Vancouver warm in December?

No, Vancouver is very cold in December.

The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in December is 7°C (44°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (47°) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Vancouver in December is 5°C (41°F). The average temperature ranges is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 4°C (40°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Temperature in Vancouver in December

The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in December is 7°C (44°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Vancouver in December is 5°C (41°F). The average temperature ranges is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 4°C (40°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Vancouver in December is 3°C (37°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (40°F) in the previous month and 3°C (37°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Vancouver in December

The average day light hours per day in Vancouver in December are 8.2 and there are 1.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine

The ultraviolet index in Vancouver in December is typically 1.3 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Vancouver in December

The average sea water temperature in Vancouver in December is 23.5°C (74.3°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Rainfall in Vancouver in December

The average total rainfall in Vancouver in December is 26.9cm (10.6inches) and on average there are 17.7 rainy days in December making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Vancouver in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Vancouver in December is 3°C (38°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 3°C (3°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Vancouver in December is typically 84.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 85.6% in the previous month and 88.2% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Vancouver in December is typically 77.4%. The average relative humidity is 75.9% in the previous month and 82.5% in the next month.

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