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Seattle weather in December

Long-run climate averages for Seattle, WA in December, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

December at a glance

In December, Seattle averages 49°F by day and 40°F at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.

December in Seattle averages a daytime high of 49°F and an overnight low of 40°F, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is among the three coldest months of the year here. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year Seattle sees roughly 43 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Seattle forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Seattle weather by month

what to expect in Seattle through the year

Here is Seattle's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Seattle by season.

Jan
46°
37°
Cool
Feb
47°
36°
Cool
Mar
51°
38°
Cool
Apr
55°
42°
Cool
May
65°
49°
Mild
Jun
69°
53°
Mild
Jul
78°
58°
Warm
Aug
77°
59°
Warm
Sep
69°
55°
Mild
Oct
60°
48°
Mild
Nov
50°
42°
Cool
Dec
49°
40°
Cool
Wettest

Common questions

How warm is Seattle in December?
Seattle averages a daytime high of 49°F in December, with overnight lows around 40°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is December a good time to visit Seattle?
The most comfortable time to visit Seattle is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Seattle in December?
December is the wettest month of the year in Seattle, out of roughly 43 inches of precipitation across the year.

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