Mount Rainier National Park weather in December (Washington State, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Mount Rainier National Park in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In December, Mount Rainier National Park typically experiences very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around -6°C, while nights can cool down to about -13°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Mount Rainier National Park in December falls under the rainy season with heavy snowfall, averaging around 532 mm for the month. Typically around 25 days of snowfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Rainier National Park . July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mount Rainier National Park climate page with graphs.
Mount Rainier National Park , monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-13°C
Max Temperature
-6°C
Chance of Rain
83%
Precipitation
532 mm
Rainy days
25 days
Sunshine
61 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
23% *
Where to go in the United States of America in December
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So, what should you wear in Mount Rainier National Park in December?
Visitors traveling to Mount Rainier National Park should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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