December weather forecast
Thurston, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Thurston, Oregon, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

In Thurston, December records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 46.2°F (7.9°C) and reaching a low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Thurston, during the entire year, snow falls for 5 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Thurston, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C), December is the coldest month.

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Thurston, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°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 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Thurston, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

What is the rainiest month in Thurston?

The month with the most rainfall in Thurston is December, when the rain falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Thurston, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Thurston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Thurston, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thurston, OR

Average temperature in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°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 (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Thurston, OR

Average pressure in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thurston, OR

Average wind speed in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Thurston, OR

Average humidity in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Thurston, OR

Average rainfall in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Thurston, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thurston, OR

Average snowfall in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thurston, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thurston, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Thurston, OR

Average UV index in December - Thurston, 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
Thurston, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Thurston, OR

Average visibility in December - Thurston, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (4mi).

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