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
vs November
-5° avg high
+3 rain days
Vancouver in November →
December
42°F avg high
22 rain days
Best: midday
vs January
-2° avg high
+3 rain days
Vancouver in January →
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.