December weather forecast
Jefferson, OR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jefferson, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

In Jefferson, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Jefferson, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Jefferson, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Jefferson records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Jefferson, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Jefferson, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jefferson, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Jefferson, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Jefferson?

In Jefferson, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Jefferson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
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Average temperature in December
Jefferson, OR

Average temperature in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Jefferson, OR

Average pressure in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Jefferson, OR

Average wind speed in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Jefferson, OR

Average humidity in December - Jefferson, 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 (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Jefferson, OR

Average rainfall in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Jefferson, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jefferson, OR

Average snowfall in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Jefferson, OR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Jefferson, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Jefferson, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Jefferson, OR

Average UV index in December - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Jefferson, OR

Average visibility in December - Jefferson, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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