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Port Townsend Weather in December

Port Townsend in December sees low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 77 mm (3 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Port Townsend in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain, totalling around 77 mm (3 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Port Townsend in December

In December, Port Townsend gets low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights cool to around 3°C (37°F). December is typically considered a winter month. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Port Townsend in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 68 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

December in Port Townsend can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Port Townsend Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 68 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27% *  
* Data from: Friday Harbor, the United States of America (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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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 (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 Port Townsend in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Port Townsend 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Port Townsend in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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