December weather forecast
Gearhart, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gearhart, Oregon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.8 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Gearhart, in December, the average water temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 49.6°F (9.8°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:40 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

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 of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Gearhart, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What is the usual temperature for Gearhart in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gearhart, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gearhart, during December, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Gearhart, in December, the average water temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). Swimming in 49.6°F (9.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gearhart?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Gearhart have in December?

In Gearhart, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gearhart?

On the first day of December in Gearhart, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:40 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in December
Gearhart, OR

Average temperature in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gearhart, OR

Average pressure in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.02"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gearhart, OR

Average wind speed in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gearhart, OR

Average humidity in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, May, October and December (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Gearhart, OR

Average rainfall in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 6.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Gearhart, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gearhart, OR

Average snowfall in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gearhart, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Gearhart, OR

Average sea temperature in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average sea temperature in December: 49.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (56.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.7°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gearhart, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gearhart, OR

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gearhart, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Gearhart, OR

Average visibility in December - Gearhart, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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