December weather forecast
Gold Beach, OR

Trees, brown sand, and large rocks on the shores of the iconic Gold Beach in Oregon
Trees, brown sand, and large rocks on the shores of the iconic Gold Beach in Oregon

December

Weather in December

December in Gold Beach, Oregon, circles back to winter conditions. The weather is very similar to that in January, with temperatures between 6.6°C and 10.4°C. Rainfall hits its second peak for the year with 3.82in. Despite being cooler and wetter, December retains its distinct charm, with the city glowing under the holiday decorations. The weather, though cool, paves the way for cozy indoor activities, marking a perfectly relaxing end to the year.

Temperature

Gold Beach experiences a minor change to a still fresh 10.4°C in average high-temperature during December, closely reflecting November. December nights experience a minor temperature downturn to a frosty 6.6°C.

Humidity

In Gold Beach, Oregon, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 97mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 11.2°C.
Note: Dipping into 11.2°C below 10°C is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C can be jarring.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Gold Beach, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gold Beach in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 10.4°C and 6.6°C respectively.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 79%.
What is the wettest month?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 97mm of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Gold Beach, during December, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Gold Beach?
In Gold Beach, snow does not fall in January, March through December.
What is the ocean temperature in December?
In Gold Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 11.2°C. Swimming in 11.2°C is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm PST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Gold Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index in Gold Beach are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gold Beach is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average temperature in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 10.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (6.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average pressure in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1016.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average wind speed in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average humidity in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (78%).

Average rainfall in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average rainfall in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average rainfall days in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average snowfall in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average snowfall days in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average sea temperature in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average sea temperature in December: 11.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (12°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and April (10.4°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average sunshine days in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average UV index in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average cloud cover in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December - Gold Beach, OR
Average visibility in December
Gold Beach, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and August (9km).

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