December weather forecast
Port Orford, OR

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The intense road vein network and the dense tree cover in the scenic town of Port Orford, Oregon
The intense road vein network and the dense tree cover in the scenic town of Port Orford, Oregon

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Port Orford, Oregon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average high of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

Port Orford marks the start of December with an average high-temperature of a still cool 50.7°F (10.4°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from November's 54.7°F (12.6°C). A consistent average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C) is noted throughout December, only a small step down from its daytime high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Port Orford, the average seawater temperature in December is 51.6°F (10.9°C).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 51.6°F (10.9°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:54 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Port Orford?

The high-temperature, in December, in Port Orford, records 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Port Orford, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Port Orford?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Port Orford, in December, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Port Orford, in December, the average water temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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 Port Orford?

In Port Orford, Oregon, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:54 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Port Orford is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Port Orford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Port Orford, OR

Average temperature in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (43.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Orford, OR

Average pressure in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Port Orford, OR

Average wind speed in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Orford, OR

Average humidity in December - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average rainfall in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Orford, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average snowfall in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Orford, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average sea temperature in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average sea temperature in December: 51.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (50.5°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Orford, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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
Port Orford, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average UV index in December - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average visibility in December - Port Orford, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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