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Revelstoke, Canada · Alpine mountain climate

Revelstoke in December: go or not?

Tough period. Revelstoke in December only reaches 0.5/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 51.02°N · 118.20°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Revelstoke · December
0.5
-6–-1°
Temperature
61%
Rain
1h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Zach Wear via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in December

Off-season for skiing Revelstoke — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

December ranks 11 out of 12 months in Revelstoke. Compared to November: −5°C daytime, −0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index
1 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-7°
Daylight
7.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 32
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Is December the right month?

The best month in Revelstoke is August (8.4/10), 7.9 pts higher than December.

See August →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Revelstoke, ski resort in British Columbia (Canada) in the Selkirk Mountains : 7500 inhabitants at 450m, historic stop town on the Canadian Pacific transcontinental railway (1885). Modern ski resort opened in 2007, already among the best in North America for freeriders.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · Canada

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyCanadian Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Moderate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend Stable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthDecember · -1°C
🌧️Rainiest month November · 62%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude462 m
🎿Ski area462 → 2225 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains Guide recommended
Location

Where is Revelstoke ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Canada
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 8.4 → 0.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
51.02°N · 118.20°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Revelstoke?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.3/10). For hiking/summer: March (8.3/10, 6.0°C).
Can you ski in Revelstoke in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.1/10. Cold temperatures (0°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Revelstoke in summer?
In March, temperatures average 6.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Revelstoke?
October is the wettest month with October has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Revelstoke in December?
The average UV index reaches 1 in December in Revelstoke (low), with about 7.7h of daylight. No protection needed.