December · Canada
Best time to visit Whistler in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Whistler in December
Average temperature -5°C, 236 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
8.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -5°C
- Rainfall
- 236 mm
- Humidity
- 97%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Whistler scores 8.9/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around -5°C, 236 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Peak-to-peak alpine village of ski and bike - best timed for December-March for snow, July-September for alpine.
December ranks 6th of 12 for Whistler — one of the best windows
December averages -5°C (23°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
At 236 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 7.9 hours of daylight.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Whistler (6th of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Whistler in December?
- In December, Whistler averages -5°C, 236 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Whistler?
- December earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Whistler in December?
- Expect about 236 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 97% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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