Climate guide for Kelowna, Canada

Kelowna in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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December · Canada

Best time to visit Kelowna in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Kelowna in December

Average temperature -7°C, 48 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

2.9/10

Ranked #12 of 12 months

Full year for Kelowna
Avg temp
-7°C
Rainfall
48 mm
Humidity
97%
Days with 6h+ sun
0
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

December in Kelowna scores 2.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around -7°C, 48 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Kelowna spreads along Okanagan Lake with vineyards, orchards and beaches in British Columbia's desert.

December in Kelowna: expect compromises

December sits at -7°C (20°F), firmly in deep-winter territory. Plan compact outdoor blocks with warm reset points between them rather than full days outside.

48 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 7.9 hours of daylight.

That is 2.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.

Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.

Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Kelowna — 7.1 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Kelowna in December?
In December, Kelowna averages -7°C, 48 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.9/10.
Is December a good time to visit Kelowna?
December earns a 2.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Kelowna in December?
Expect about 48 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 97% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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