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Seattle in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Seattle are June, July, August and September. In December, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
8°C
Rainfall
232 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Seattle is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around 8°C with about 232mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Seattle in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Forterra
Forterra, based in Seattle, Washington, US, is the state of Washington's largest land conservation, stewardship and community building organization dedicated solely to the region.
901 Fifth Avenue
901 Fifth Avenue is a 163.38 m (536.0 ft) skyscraper in downtown Seattle, Washington. It was completed in 1973 and has 42 floors. It is the 11th tallest building in Seattle, and wa
Fountain of Wisdom
Fountain of Wisdom is a fountain and sculpture by George Tsutakawa, installed out the Seattle Central Library, in the U.S. state of Washington.
Seattle Central Library
The Seattle Central Library is the flagship library of the Seattle Public Library system. The 11-story glass and steel building in the downtown core of Seattle, Washington was open
Local food tour of Seattle
Taste the signature dishes of Seattle.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Seattle in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Seattle?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Seattle's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Seattle in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 8°C. Rainfall averages about 232mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Seattle in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Seattle in December?+

Popular things to do include Forterra, 901 Fifth Avenue, Fountain of Wisdom and Seattle Central Library. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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