December weather forecast
Canyon City, OR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Canyon City, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Canyon City, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Canyon City, Oregon, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Canyon City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Canyon City, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow. In Canyon City, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 39.17" (995mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Canyon City, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Canyon City witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Canyon City, records 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Canyon City?

In December, in Canyon City, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Canyon City, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Canyon City have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Canyon City, OR

Average temperature in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Canyon City, OR

Average pressure in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Canyon City, OR

Average wind speed in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Canyon City, OR

Average humidity in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Canyon City, OR

Average rainfall in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Canyon City, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Canyon City, OR

Average snowfall in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Canyon City, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Canyon City, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Canyon City, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Canyon City, OR

Average UV index in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Canyon City, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Canyon City, OR

Average visibility in December - Canyon City, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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