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December
Weather in Washington, Washington, D.C. for December 2026
Your guide to Washington weather in December - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Washington during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Washington at the beginning of December is 8.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 8.3 °C by the end of December.
Washington experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 8 rainy days and a total precipitation of 139.4 mm.
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8°/1°
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70 %
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Washington Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Washington
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December weather in Washington day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 7° /1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate rain | 10° /3° | 15 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Light rain | 11° /3° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 |  Light snow | 6° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Light rain | 9° /2° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Overcast | 8° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 9° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Light rain | 7° /0° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Light rain | 11° /4° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Moderate rain | 10° /4° | 21.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Overcast | 8° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Cloudy | 8° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Light snow | 6° /0° | 9.8 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Light rain | 6° /-1° | 7.4 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Light rain | 9° /2° | 7.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Light snow | 10° /4° | 9.2 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Light rain | 9° /2° | 4.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Light rain | 8° /0° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 |  Sunny | 5° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | 7° /0° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Light rain | 7° /-1° | 5.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 23 |  Patchy rain possible | 7° /-3° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Light rain | 7° /0° | 5.9 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Light rain | 8° /1° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Light rain | 6° /2° | 8.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Light rain | 9° /3° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /4° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Washington 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 forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Washington in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Washington during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 8° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Washington during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 139.4 mm is expected in Washington during December, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Washington in December 2026?
Washington typically sees 5.8 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in Washington during December?
The average wind speed in Washington during December is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Washington snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Washington sees 1 snowy days during December, with approximately 5.8 cm of total snowfall.
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Typically, Washington has 8 rainy days in December with a total of 139.4 mm of rainfall.
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