December · Canada
Best time to visit Edmonton in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Edmonton in December
Average temperature -9°C, 20 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
3.4/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -9°C
- Rainfall
- 20 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Edmonton scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around -9°C, 20 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Edmonton's river valley parkland and a huge mall sit at the edge of the Canadian prairies.
December in Edmonton — off-season conditions
December averages -9°C (15°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
Precipitation is light at 20 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 7.2 hours of daylight.
It scores 3.4/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 5.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Edmonton in December?
- In December, Edmonton averages -9°C, 20 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Edmonton?
- December earns a 3.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Edmonton in December?
- Expect about 20 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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