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Weather in Washington Heights, New York for December 2026

Your guide to Washington Heights weather in December - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 2 snowy days, Washington Heights usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.

  • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Washington Heights at the beginning of December is 4.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 5.2 °C by the end of December.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Washington Heights experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 8 rainy days and a total precipitation of 252.8 mm.

  • More

  • Is December a good time to visit Washington Heights? check out the best time to travel to Washington Heights page.

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Average dry days
21
Dry days
Average rainy days
8
Rainy days
Average snowy days
2
Snow days
Average temperatures
5°/0°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
20 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
76 %
Avg humidity

Washington Heights Weather December

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Temperatures trend during December in Washington Heights

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December weather in Washington Heights day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Dec. 1 Overcast
Overcast
5° /0° 0.8 mm 0 cm
Dec. 2 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
6° /1° 44.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 3 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
7° /1° 11.2 mm 0 cm
Dec. 4 Overcast
Overcast
4° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 5 Light snow
Light snow
3° /-2° 8.9 mm 2 cm
Dec. 6 Freezing fog
Freezing fog
2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 7 Mist
Mist
3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 8 Freezing fog
Freezing fog
5° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 9 Light rain
Light rain
6° /0° 8.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 10 Light rain
Light rain
9° /3° 8.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 11 Light sleet
Light sleet
8° /3° 32.3 mm 0 cm
Dec. 12 Light rain
Light rain
4° /-2° 3.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 13 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 14 Overcast
Overcast
2° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 15 Sunny
Sunny
4° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 16 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
7° /1° 14.5 mm 0 cm
Dec. 17 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
8° /4° 13.2 mm 0 cm
Dec. 18 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
9° /1° 18 mm 0 cm
Dec. 19 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
8° /1° 15.6 mm 0 cm
Dec. 20 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
3° /-1° 1 mm 0 cm
Dec. 21 Overcast
Overcast
3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 22 Overcast
Overcast
2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
Dec. 23 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
2° /-2° 1.8 mm 0.5 cm
Dec. 24 Light drizzle
Light drizzle
4° /1° 0.4 mm 0 cm
Dec. 25 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
4° /0° 1.9 mm 0.6 cm
Dec. 26 Light snow
Light snow
3° /-2° 3.8 mm 2.8 cm
Dec. 27 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
4° /0° 15.5 mm 6.1 cm
Dec. 28 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
5° /1° 22.7 mm 0 cm
Dec. 29 Light rain
Light rain
10° /4° 3.2 mm 0 cm
Dec. 30 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
6° /2° 21.8 mm 0 cm
Dec. 31 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
5° /-1° 1.4 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Washington Heights in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Washington Heights forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Washington Heights in December - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Washington Heights during December?

Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.

How much rainfall should be expected in Washington Heights during December?

Significant rainfall exceeding 252.8 mm is expected in Washington Heights during December, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Washington Heights in December 2026?

Washington Heights experiences an average snowfall of 11.9 cm during December, occurring over 2 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Washington Heights during December?

The average wind speed in Washington Heights during December is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Washington Heights snow forecast December 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Washington Heights’s snowy potential this December ❄️
On average, Washington Heights sees 2 snowy days during December, with approximately 11.9 cm of total snowfall.

December rainfall patterns in Washington Heights

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Washington Heightss December weather 💧
Typically, Washington Heights has 8 rainy days in December with a total of 252.8 mm of rainfall.
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