Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on December 08

On December 8 in Washington D.C., a range of temperatures has been experienced throughout history. In 1978, it reached a scorching 73.9°F, making it the hottest recorded temperature on this date. Conversely, in 1954, the mercury plummeted to a bone-chilling 19.9°F, marking the coldest temperature ever documented for this day. On average, the temperature stands at 41.27°F, with a typical high of 47.85°F and a low of 34.70°F. In a notable news event from the past, 1978 saw the successful launch of NASA's Pioneer Venus 2, a mission that sent probes into the atmosphere of Venus, gathering valuable information about our planetary neighbor.