December weather forecast
Madras, OR

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The green water in the famous Deschutes River in Madras, Oregon,
The green water in the famous Deschutes River in Madras, Oregon,

Weather in December

December embodies cold winter days in Madras, with frequent snowfalls and chilly temperatures. As the year comes to a close, the weather turns frostier, culminating in a white, picturesque winter landscape. The month sees the year's highest snowfall, with a dominant intensity of 3.94" (100mm). Along with short daylight hours, this commands indoor warmth and hot cuppas. The preparations for holiday cheer align harmoniously with the wintry ambience, summing up a remarkable weather journey throughout the year in Madras.

Temperature

December, with its high-temperature average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September, November and December. In Madras, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Madras, Oregon, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 17.6" (447mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:34 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Madras?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Madras, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Madras?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Madras, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:34 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Madras.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Madras, OR

Average temperature in December - Madras, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Madras, OR

Average pressure in December - Madras, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Madras, OR

Average wind speed in December - Madras, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Madras, OR

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (48%).

Average rainfall in December
Madras, OR

Average rainfall in December - Madras, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Madras, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Madras, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Madras, OR

Average snowfall in December - Madras, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Madras, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Madras, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madras, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Madras, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Madras, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Madras, OR

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Madras, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Madras, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Madras, OR

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

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

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