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Washington weather in December (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Washington this December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Washington includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 6°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -3°C.

Precipitation

Washington in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 73 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Washington. May, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Washington, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 73 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26% *  
* Data from: Pittsburgh, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 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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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
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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