December weather forecast
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

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A beautiful reflection in the clear waterfront of the trees and snowy mountain in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
A beautiful reflection in the clear waterfront of the trees and snowy mountain in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington

Weather in December

As the year comes to an end, December brings the full force of winter to Mount Rainier National Park. The plummeting temperatures and heavy snowfall provide a proper winter paradise for snow enthusiasts. Snowfall remains at its highest at 99.9" (2537mm), the same as the beginning of the year. Despite fewer daylight hours, the park exudes a unique charm under the frosty white landscape. December wraps up the year in a blanket of pristine snow, offering sublime scenery and exciting winter activities.

Temperature

In Mount Rainier National Park, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 21.1 days. Throughout December, 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.7 days and collects up to 118.31" (3005mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 124.02" (3150mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:28 pm PST.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is December?

December temperatures in Mount Rainier National Park vary between a high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mount Rainier National Park, in December, it is raining for 21.1 days, with typically 17.17" (436mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19 days and accumulates 124.02" (3150mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mount Rainier National Park, during December, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 124.02" (3150mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Mount Rainier National Park, the average day length in December is 8h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:28 pm PST.

Average temperature in December
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average temperature in December - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (64.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (43.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.1°F).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 17.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (20.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 99.9"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, November and December (99.9").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.1").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average daylight in December - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

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