Weather in Washington D. C. in december 2024

The weather in Washington D. C. in december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout december

very bad weather 60.9cm

Weather at 6am
38°F

Partly Cloudy

21%

Cloudy

18%

Fog

10%

Weather at 12pm
47°F

Partly Cloudy

25%

Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

7%

Weather at 6pm
41°F

Partly Cloudy

26%

Cloudy

17%

Fog

8%

Weather at 3am
40°F

Clear/Sunny

38%

Partly Cloudy

23%

Cloudy

14%

Moderate rain at times

9%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Washington D. C. in december

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Washington D. C. in december.


The climate of Washington D. C. in december is very bad

The climate in december in Washington D. C. is relatively dry (with 4.4in of precipitation over 5 days). Unfortunately, the weather conditions is worsening than the previous month since in november there is an average of 3.1in of rainfall over 4 days.

The climate is rather cold in this city december. Bring warm clothes! The thermometer averaged maximum of 49°F. In the morning the temperature drops to 38°F. Thus, the mean temperature average on this month of december in Washington D. C. is 43°F. Note that these seasonal averages are in contrast with those observed in Washington D. C. in december with a maximum record of 74°F in 2015 and a minimum record of 16°F in 2017. You can expect to have about 11 days with temperatures down below 32°F, or 35% of time.

In december in Washington D. C., the days on average last 09:27. The sun rises at 07:20 and sunset is at 16:47.



December: another location in the United States (USA)?

If you want to go to the United States (USA) in december, there are destinations with better weather than Washington D. C.:

In december, Miami (Florida) has perfect weather.

Furthermore, Hawaii (Honolulu), Houston, Phoenix (Arizona), Carolina Beach, Dauphin Island (Alabama) and Edisto Beach have good weather.

Finally, California, Louisiana, Atlanta, Dallas, Austin and Myrtle Beach have a tolerable climate, but better than Washington D. C..

more information about United States's weather in december



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Washington D. C. in december

Check below seasonal norms These datas are generated from the weather statements of the past years of december.

December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 43°F
Highest temperature 49°F
Lowest temperature 38°F
Highest record temperature 74°F
(2015)
Lowest record temperature 16°F
(2017)
Number of days at +65°F 1 day(s)
(3%)
Number of days at -32°F 11 day(s)
(35%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 52°F
Lowest sea temperature 48°F
Highest sea temperature 56°F
Wind
Wind speed 16km/h
Wind temperature 32°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 4.4in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(17%)
Record daily rainfall 2.8in
(2009)
Snowfall 60.9cm
Other climate data
Humidity 82%
Visibility 8.91km
Cloud cover 43%
UV index 3
Daily sunshine hours 7
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 07:20
Time of sunset 16:47
Length of day 09:27
Our opinion about the weather in december
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad


How was the weather last december?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Washington D. C. in december 2023:

01-12-2023
Overcast
41°F to 52°F
02-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
47°F to 58°F
03-12-2023
Overcast
58°F to 63°F
04-12-2023
Cloudy
45°F to 56°F
05-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
38°F to 47°F
06-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
38°F to 41°F
07-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
32°F to 45°F
08-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 58°F
09-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
40°F to 59°F
10-12-2023
Moderate rain
58°F to 63°F
11-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
38°F to 45°F
12-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
31°F to 47°F
13-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
36°F to 47°F
14-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
32°F to 45°F
15-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 54°F
16-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 52°F
17-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
45°F to 56°F
18-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
50°F to 56°F
19-12-2023
Overcast
32°F to 41°F
20-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
31°F to 47°F
21-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 47°F
22-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
36°F to 47°F
23-12-2023
Cloudy
36°F to 49°F
24-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
43°F to 47°F
25-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
41°F to 56°F
26-12-2023
Cloudy
47°F to 52°F
27-12-2023
Light rain
50°F to 56°F
28-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
50°F to 58°F
29-12-2023
Light drizzle
45°F to 49°F
30-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
36°F to 47°F
31-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 49°F

Map: other cities in the United States (USA) in december

Cities near Washington D. C.:

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Baltimore in decembervery bad weather
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Wildwood in decemberbad weather
Philadelphia in decembervery bad weather
Virginia in decembervery bad weather
Atlantic City in decembervery bad weather
Virginia Beach in decemberbad weather
New Jersey in decembervery bad weather
Pittsburgh in decembervery bad weather
New York City in decembervery bad weather
Brooklyn in decembervery bad weather
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Weather data for Washington D. C. in december:

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


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