Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park in December
In December, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park averages a high of 45°F and a low of 27°F, with 3.3 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 255,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 9 hours 23 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 45° / 27°F
- Precipitation
- 3.3in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 9h 23m
- Visitors
- 255,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: October (very busy) and November (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Martinsburg 2, WV, 10.2 miles from the park's center, 460 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Park | 47° / 30° | Moderate | Cool |
| Lincoln Memorial | 49° / 35° | Moderate | Cool |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial | 49° / 35° | Moderate | Cool |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial | 49° / 35° | Moderate | Cool |
| World War I Memorial | 49° / 35° | Moderate | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park on nps.gov
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