December weather forecast
Metolius, OR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Metolius, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a minimum average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, 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

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Metolius, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 37.9°F (3.3°C) and reaching a low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Metolius, is 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Metolius, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest 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 Metolius, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Metolius have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and 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, in Metolius, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:34 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Metolius?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Metolius, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Metolius, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Metolius, OR

Average temperature in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average pressure in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average wind speed in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average humidity in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average rainfall in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average snowfall in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average UV index in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Metolius, 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
Metolius, OR

Average visibility in December - Metolius, 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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