December · Canada
Best time to visit Campbell River in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Campbell River in December
Average temperature 3°C, 153 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
2.4/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 153 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Campbell River scores 2.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 153 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Campbell River is the salmon capital of Vancouver Island, with Discovery Passage wildlife and Strathcona Park access.
December in Campbell River — the hardest end of the year
At 3°C (37°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
153 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 2.4/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Campbell River — 7.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Campbell River in December?
- In December, Campbell River averages 3°C, 153 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Campbell River?
- December earns a 2.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Campbell River in December?
- Expect about 153 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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