Weather in the United States (USA) in december 2024

In this section, you have access to the weather forecast for december for most popular cities in United States. These forecasts are statistics for the month of december from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.



Where to go in the United States (USA) in december?

Where to go in the United States (USA) in december: destination map

United States: weather map in december in different regions
United States: weather map in december in different regions ©whereandwhen.net

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Where to go in each region in december?

Alaska
(Anchorage, Fairbanks, Ketchikan...)
-4°F to 40°F0 à 17 days31°F to 47°F
very bad weather
California
(Los Angeles , San Francisco, San Diego...)
36°F to 68°F0 à 12 days52°F to 61°F
tolerable weather*
Florida
(Miami, Orlando, Key West...)
65°F to 79°F1 à 8 days61°F to 77°F
perfect weather*
Hawaii
(Honolulu (Oahu), Kauai (Garden Isle), Maui...)
67°F to 81°F2 à 8 days77°F to 79°F
good weather*
Louisiana
(New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport...)
58°F to 67°F4 à 8 days61°F to 65°F
good weather*
Midwest
(Chicago, Minneapolis (Minnesota), Detroit...)
23°F to 45°F2 à 6 days40°F to 43°F
very bad weather
Northeastern Coast of United States
(Washington D. C., New York City, Boston...)
31°F to 52°F4 à 9 days47°F to 54°F
very bad weather*
Northwest Coast of United States
(Seattle, Portland, Long Beach (Washington)...)
36°F to 52°F5 à 15 days49°F to 52°F
very bad weather*
Rocky Mountains
(Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Yellowstone National Park...)
20°F to 52°F1 à 10 days
very bad weather
South East of United States
(Atlanta, Myrtle Beach, Nashville...)
45°F to 65°F4 à 8 days61°F to 67°F
good weather*
South West of United States
(Dallas, Grand Canyon, Phoenix (Arizona)...)
41°F to 74°F1 à 7 days61°F to 72°F
very bad weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in the United States (USA) in december when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in the United States (USA) in december ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.

It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in United States in december is, according to seasonal norms, pretty good in Hollywood, Joshua Tree National Park, Santa Monica, Mobile (Alabama), New Orleans, Fort Lauderdale, Santa Barbara, Houston, Tampa, Hawaii (Honolulu), Tucson, Jacksonville, Phoenix (Arizona), Key West, Los Angeles (California), Miami (Florida), Orlando and San Diego. I allows to enjoy vacation in these areas. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the weather for... just be relax!

If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example for cultural tours or hiking, the cities of Louisiana, Napa Valley, San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, South Carolina, Myrtle Beach, Palm Springs, Mississippi, Death Valley National Park and Sacramento have a ok but correct weather for this kind of activity in december. Eventually, we advise you to avoid you get to Hampton Beach, Kansas, Grand Canyon, Massachusetts, Montana, Alaska, Utah, New York City, Virginia Beach, Detroit, Rhode Island, Albuquerque, Anchorage, Moab, Wyoming, Oklahoma, Las Vegas, Santa Fe (New Mexico), Seattle, Philadelphia, Yosemite National Park, Wildwood, Atlanta, North Carolina, Monument Valley, Connecticut, Salem, Cleveland, Chicago, Wisconsin, Washington D. C., Reno, Illinois, Louisville (Kentucky), North Dakota, Minneapolis, Missouri, Vermont, Virginia, Nashville, Zion National Park, Maryland, Denver, Arkansas, Yellowstone National Park, Maine, Niagara Falls, Portland, Boston, New Jersey, Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City and Lake Tahoe in december because the climate is bad.


Climate in the United States (USA) in december

Climate in California in december

In december, the mean temperature in California is 52°F (maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 47°F). The climate is quite good around this city in december. With 3.3in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your holidays. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good weather, the month of december is a recommended month to go there in United States.

December
Average temperature 52°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 47°F
Sea temperature 61°F
Rainfall 3.3in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(14%)
Humidity 76%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 27%
Length of day 09:40
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in California in december

Climate in Louisiana in december

In the month of december, maximum temperature is 61°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 54°F). The climate is rather cold in that locality in the month of december, but it is tolerable when dressing hot. With 7in over 8 days, you will experience some showers for your trip. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With proper weather, the month of december is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area in United States.

December
Average temperature 54°F
Highest temperature 61°F
Lowest temperature 49°F
Rainfall 7in
Number of days with rainfall 8 day(s)
(25%)
Humidity 88%
Daily sunshine hours 7
Cloud cover 48%
Length of day 10:09
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Louisiana in december

Climate in Washington D. C. in december

In december, maximum temperature is 49°F and minimum temperature is 38°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh there in the month of december. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 4.4in over 5 days, rain may occur throughout your journey. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.

December
Average temperature 43°F
Highest temperature 49°F
Lowest temperature 38°F
Sea temperature 52°F
Rainfall 4.4in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(17%)
Humidity 82%
Daily sunshine hours 7
Cloud cover 43%
Length of day 09:27
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Washington D. C. in december

Climate in Alaska in december

In the month of december, the mean temperature in Alaska is 7°F (maximum temperature is 11°F and minimum temperature is 4°F). The climate is icy here in the month of december. Do not forget to cover yourself!. With 0.9in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent throughout your holidays.

December
Average temperature 7°F
Highest temperature 11°F
Lowest temperature 4°F
Rainfall 0.9in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(4%)
Humidity 94%
Daily sunshine hours 3
Cloud cover 53%
Length of day 04:09
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Alaska in december

Climate in Atlanta in december

In december, maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 43°F (for an average temperature of 49°F). The climate is relatively cool in this location in the month of december, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 3.3in over 5 days, you will experience some showers throughout your stay. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.

December
Average temperature 49°F
Highest temperature 56°F
Lowest temperature 43°F
Rainfall 3.3in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(16%)
Humidity 85%
Daily sunshine hours 7
Cloud cover 44%
Length of day 09:55
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Atlanta in december


All cities in the United States (USA) in december

California in decembertolerable weather
Louisiana in decembertolerable weather
Washington D. C. in decembervery bad weather
Alaska in decembervery bad weather
Atlanta in decembertolerable weather
Boston in decembervery bad weather
Chicago in decembervery bad weather
Dallas in decembertolerable weather
Grand Canyon in decembervery bad weather
Hawaii (Honolulu) in decembergood weather
Las Vegas in decembervery bad weather
Miami (Florida) in decemberperfect weather
New York City in decembervery bad weather
Salt Lake City in decembervery bad weather
Seattle in decembervery bad weather
Yellowstone National Park in decembervery bad weather
Austin in decembertolerable weather
Denver in decembervery bad weather
Detroit in decembervery bad weather
Houston in decembergood weather
Long Beach (Washington) in decemberbad weather
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Weather data for United States in december:

Weather data for United States in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in the United States (USA). There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in the United States (USA) can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the United States (USA).


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