December · Canada
Best time to visit Nanaimo in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nanaimo in December
Average temperature 4°C, 130 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 93% 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
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 130 mm
- Humidity
- 93%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Nanaimo scores 3.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 130 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nanaimo is Vancouver Island's harbour city, with a lively waterfront, island ferries, and forested hikes minutes from downtown.
December in Nanaimo — the hardest end of the year
Expect 4°C (40°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
130 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 3/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Nanaimo — 6.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nanaimo in December?
- In December, Nanaimo averages 4°C, 130 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 Nanaimo?
- 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 Nanaimo in December?
- Expect about 130 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 93% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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