December · Canada
Best time to visit Kamloops in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kamloops in December
Average temperature -6°C, 44 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 97% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
3.0/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -6°C
- Rainfall
- 44 mm
- Humidity
- 97%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Kamloops scores 3.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around -6°C, 44 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kamloops sits where the Thompson River meets sagebrush hills, with riverside trails, wineries, and easy staging for interior BC road trips.
December in Kamloops — off-season conditions
December averages -6°C (21°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 44 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 7.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 3/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 10/10 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? July scores 7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kamloops in December?
- In December, Kamloops averages -6°C, 44 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Kamloops?
- December earns a 3.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kamloops in December?
- Expect about 44 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 97% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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