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Germantown Weather in December

December in Germantown brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 102 mm (4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Germantown in December

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 11 days based on historical data, averaging 102 mm (4 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Germantown in December

December in Germantown brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). December marks the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Germantown in December

The city usually sees around 130 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Germantown. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Germantown Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
102 mm (4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
130 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (41 KM, 25 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Germantown in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Germantown in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Germantown in December

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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