December weather forecast
Prairie City, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Prairie City, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

Prairie City's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) to a low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

In Prairie City, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Prairie City, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow. In Prairie City, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 39.17" (995mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:25 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December, with its average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Prairie City, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 8.31" (211mm) of snow is 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 Prairie City have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:25 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairie City, OR

Average temperature in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Prairie City, OR

Average pressure in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Prairie City, OR

Average wind speed in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Prairie City, OR

Average humidity in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Prairie City, OR

Average rainfall in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Prairie City, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prairie City, OR

Average snowfall in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prairie City, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie City, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prairie City, 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 August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prairie City, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Prairie City, OR

Average UV index in December - Prairie City, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Prairie City, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Prairie City, OR

Average visibility in December - Prairie City, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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