Olympia weather in December (Washington State, United States of America)

What does the weather outlook for Olympia look like in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

December in Olympia generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 7°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 0°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Olympia in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 210 mm for the month. On average, there are about 21 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 61 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Olympia. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Olympia, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 0°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 210 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

Data from: Tacoma, the United States of America (41 KM, 25 Miles).

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.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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