St. John's weather in December
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 25°C, with around 16 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While December isn't our top-rated month for St. John's, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
28°C
Average low
25°C
Rainy days
16 days
Best months to visit
January, February, March
What to do in St. John's in December
Whatever the weather, St. John's rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Beach island hopping to all 365 beaches
Nelson's Dockyard National Park exploration
Rum distillery tours at English Harbour
Snorkeling and diving at numerous reef sites
Catamaran sailing and sunset cruises
Local market shopping and fish cooking demonstrations
What to pack for December
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
February
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
March
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
April
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
May
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
August
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
September
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
October
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
November
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
December (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
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