Best Time to Run in Vancouver in December

The verdict: Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.

Vancouver · December

Run in the midday.

Cold: average high 42°F, low 35°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 87% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 22 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.

Avg high / low
42° / 35°F
Humidity
87%
Rain days
22/mo
Wind
10 mph

What December feels like in Vancouver

Sunrise

08:60

Mid-month average

Sunset

17:16

Mid-month average

Time-of-day breakdown

Morning

Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.

Midday

Often the warmest few hours of a cold day. If you can only run once, midday gives you the most temperate window.

Evening

Cold drops back in fast after sunset. Tight window — done before headlamp territory.

What to wear running in Vancouver in December

The kit for December in Vancouver: cold-weather layers, gloves, and ear coverage on most mornings, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.

December vs the surrounding months

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of day to run in Vancouver in December?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Vancouver in December?+
Average high 42°F, average low 35°F.
How does December compare to surrounding months in Vancouver?+
Compared to November (avg high 47°F), December is cooler. Compared to January (avg high 44°F), December is cooler.
Does it rain often in Vancouver in December?+
Expect about 22 measurable rain days in December, on average.

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