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Thinking of visiting Washington in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April and September typically offer the best weather for Washington.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Washington typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 10°C (50°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 3°C (37°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Washington spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Washington between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in December →
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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Washington 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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