Strathcona Park, Canada — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Strathcona Park, Canada. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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December is a poor month in Strathcona Park

Climate Overview

Strathcona Park, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -3.1°C (26°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 0°C (31°F) at the start to -5°C (22°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 21 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 3th, averaging -0.3°C (31°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 6°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
-3°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-8°C / -17°C
Rain
5 days · 21 mm
Sunshine
5.1h / day
Humidity
70% — Humid
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
W (265°)
Gusts
32 km/h
Daylight
8 h
Cloud Cover
62%
Clear Sky Days
2.2
UV Index
1.3 — Low
Dew Point
-12°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
11 days · 15 cm
Frost Days
31 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 8h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:34
Daylight 7.9h
Sunset 16:30

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -3°C (26°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -17°C
Rain
3days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
6h Fair
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
8days
View Details
February
Poor
Temp
-3°C / -14°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -19°C
Rain
6days (20 mm) Good
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
2.7 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
4°C / -8°C
Feels Like
0°C / -13°C
Rain
6days (23 mm) Good
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
View Details
April
Poor
Temp
10°C / -3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -7°C
Rain
8days (35 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
5.3 High
Snow Days
9days
View Details
May
Fair
Temp
17°C / 3°C
Feels Like
14°C / 0°C
Rain
11days (63 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
6.3 High
Snow Days
2days
View Details
June best
Good
Temp
21°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 5°C
Rain
13days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
12.6h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
View Details
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 11°C
Feels Like
23°C / 9°C
Rain
11days (72 mm) Wet
Sun
13h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 11°C
Feels Like
23°C / 9°C
Rain
9days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
19°C / 7°C
Feels Like
17°C / 4°C
Rain
6days (33 mm) Good
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
View Details
October
Poor
Temp
10°C / -1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -5°C
Rain
5days (28 mm) Good
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
3°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -11°C
Rain
6days (22 mm) Good
Sun
5.7h Fair
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
9days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
-3°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-8°C / -17°C
Rain
5days (21 mm) Good
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
11days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January -2°C / -12°C -7°C / -17°C 3days (10 mm) Excellent 6h Fair 70% Muggy 1.6 Low Poor View Details
February -3°C / -14°C -7°C / -19°C 6days (20 mm) Good 7.3h Good 67% Muggy 2.7 Moderate Poor View Details
March 4°C / -8°C 0°C / -13°C 6days (23 mm) Good 9.1h Good 65% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 10°C / -3°C 6°C / -7°C 8days (35 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 59% Moderate 5.3 High Poor View Details
May 17°C / 3°C 14°C / 0°C 11days (63 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 59% Moderate 6.3 High Fair View Details
June best 21°C / 8°C 19°C / 5°C 13days (96 mm) Wet 12.6h Excellent 61% Muggy 6.7 High Good View Details
July best 24°C / 11°C 23°C / 9°C 11days (72 mm) Wet 13h Excellent 66% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 11°C 23°C / 9°C 9days (57 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 63% Muggy 6.1 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 7°C 17°C / 4°C 6days (33 mm) Good 9.7h Good 63% Muggy 4.7 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 10°C / -1°C 7°C / -5°C 5days (28 mm) Good 7.9h Good 65% Muggy 3.1 Moderate Poor View Details
November 3°C / -6°C -1°C / -11°C 6days (22 mm) Good 5.7h Fair 69% Muggy 1.7 Low Poor View Details
December -3°C / -12°C -8°C / -17°C 5days (21 mm) Good 5.1h Fair 70% Muggy 1.3 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Strathcona Park, with average highs of -3°C (26°F) and around 5 rainy days. Strathcona Park, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -3.1°C (26°F).
Strathcona Park typically sees around 5 rainy days in December with 21 mm (0.8 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Strathcona Park during December are cold, averaging -12°C (10°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -3°C (26°F) and lows of -12°C (10°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Strathcona Park. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Strathcona Park during December is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Strathcona Park gets approximately 8 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 5 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Strathcona Park typically sees around 11 snow days in December with roughly 15 cm (6 in) of snowfall.

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