Early winter · Weather & things to do
Prince Edward County in December
Prince Edward County cools off: highs slip to 35°F (2°C), from 46°F in November, with lows of 26°F (-3°C) and about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 38/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 35°F (2°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.0 in (77 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 38/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Highs only reach about 35°F (2°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 84%.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 43 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 26°F.
- Snow becomes likely from December, so check road and trail conditions.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 8 h 43 min of daylight.
- Our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends May – Oct, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.0 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Prince Edward County in December
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Millennium Trail
49 km rail trail across the County for cycling between wineries and villages.
Slickers Ice Cream
Small-batch ice cream shop with flavours using County ingredients.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Drake Devonshire
Lakeside inn restaurant in Wellington with a glassed-in dining room on the water.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Lake on the Mountain
Spring-fed lake perched high above the Bay of Quinte with a glassy view.
Norman Hardie Winery
Celebrated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay producer with a summer wood-fired pizza patio.
Nearby in December
- Seneca Lake in December~79 mi · highs 36°F, 3.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Keuka Lake in December~97 mi · highs 35°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in December~109 mi · highs 37°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Toronto in December~109 mi · highs 37°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Prince Edward County in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Prince Edward County?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 38/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 35°F (2°C) and 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow. Our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends May – Oct, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Prince Edward County in December?
Average highs are 35°F (2°C) and average lows 26°F (-3°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Prince Edward County in December?
Some: about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 31.4 in (798 mm).
What should I pack for Prince Edward County in December?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.0 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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