December weather forecast
Dayton, OR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dayton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.3°F (1.3°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Dayton.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dayton, Oregon, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Dayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Dayton's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Is December cold?

Dayton in December has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dayton, in December, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 4.49" (114mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dayton, Oregon, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dayton is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dayton?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dayton, OR

Average temperature in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dayton, OR

Average pressure in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dayton, OR

Average wind speed in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dayton, OR

Average humidity in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Dayton, OR

Average rainfall in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.49").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dayton, OR

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dayton, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dayton, OR

Average UV index in December - Dayton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dayton, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Dayton, OR

Average visibility in December - Dayton, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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