Washington DC weather in December (United States of America)

How does the weather in Washington DC usually fare in December? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Washington DC includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 10°C, while night temperatures can drop to 1°C.

Precipitation

Washington DC in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 130 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Washington DC. April and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Washington DC climate page with graphs.

 

Washington DC, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 64%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 130 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 45%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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