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Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Vancouver are June, July, August and September. In December, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
-1°C
Rainfall
432 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Vancouver is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around -1°C with about 432mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Vancouver in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Ralph Lake
Ralph Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island. It is an expansion of the Ralph River east of Buttle Lake.
Mount George V
Mount George V is a mountain located in Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. This peak is located 3.2 km (2 mi) south of Mount Albert Edward. Mount F
Charity Lake
Charity Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island is an expansion of Ralph River south of Mount Albert Edward in Strathcona Provincial Park,
Faith Lake
Faith Lake is a lake on Vancouver Island southeast of the headwaters of the Ralph River.
Local food tour of Vancouver Island
Taste the signature dishes of Vancouver Island.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Vancouver in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Vancouver?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Vancouver's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Vancouver in December?+

Expect average temperatures around -1°C. Rainfall averages about 432mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Vancouver in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Vancouver in December?+

Popular things to do include Ralph Lake, Mount George V, Charity Lake and Faith Lake. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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