December weather forecast
Gaston, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gaston, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 43°F (6.1°C) and lows of 33.1°F (0.6°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Gaston.

Rainfall

In Gaston, in December, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 5.39" (137mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gaston, there are 183.5 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Gaston, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Gaston, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.1 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Gaston experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43°F (6.1°C) and the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gaston, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Gaston, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout December, 5.39" (137mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gaston, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Gaston have in December?

In Gaston, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gaston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Gaston, OR

Average temperature in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gaston, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gaston, OR

Average wind speed in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Gaston, OR

Average humidity in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Gaston, OR

Average rainfall in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (5.47").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Gaston, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gaston, OR

Average snowfall in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gaston, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Gaston, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaston, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gaston, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Gaston, OR

Average UV index in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gaston, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Gaston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Gaston, OR

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

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

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