December weather forecast
Eugene, OR

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Weather in December

December in Eugene marks the full-fledged start of winter, presenting the city with the lowest temperatures and the longest nights of the year. The weather pattern mirrors that of January with an increase in rainfall to 1.54" (39mm), the highest yearly, and a return of snowfall. Although December boasts only 4.2 hours of sunshine, the landscape gets veiled in a cinematic snowy spectacle. This month concludes the year with a festive, chilly province that gradually transitions into January, thus restarting the annual weather cycle.

Temperature

December is the month when Eugene experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Eugene, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Eugene is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Eugene's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a low of 33.8°F (1°C).

What is the average December temperature?

Eugene in December has an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months?

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Eugene, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Eugene, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°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 (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Eugene, OR

Average pressure in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eugene, OR

Average wind speed in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Eugene, OR

Average humidity in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Eugene, OR

Average rainfall in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Eugene, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eugene, OR

Average snowfall in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eugene, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eugene, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Eugene, OR

Average UV index in December - Eugene, 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
Eugene, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Eugene, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Eugene, OR

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (4mi).

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