Verdict: Tough month
Quebec City Weather in December
December is deep-winter territory in Quebec City — daily highs around -1°C (30°F) and lows near -10°C (14°F). Expect showers on roughly 13 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Quebec City outside December.
Average high
-1°C / 30°F
Average low
-10°C / 14°F
Rain days
~13
Precipitation
115 mm
What to pack for Quebec City in December
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 13 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Quebec City: Jul (25°C / 77°F) · Coolest: Jan (-6°C / 21°F) · Wettest: Jul (~17 rain days)
-6°
-14°
Jan
-4°
-14°
Feb
2°
-7°
Mar
9°
-1°
Apr
18°
7°
May
23°
13°
Jun
25°
16°
Jul
24°
15°
Aug
20°
11°
Sep
13°
5°
Oct
5°
-3°
Nov
-1°
-10°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)