December weather forecast
Troutdale, OR

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Weather in December

As the last month of the year, December in Troutdale is characterized by cold temperatures and an increase in precipitation. The first snowflakes start to appear in this month, marking the arrival of winter and averaging at 0.51" (13mm). Rainfall increases to its yearly peak with an average of 5.63" (143mm). The wind speed remains high and daylight hours hit an annual low. December concludes the year with a mix of rain and the first dust of snow, creating a dreamy, festive season.

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Troutdale, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Troutdale, Oregon, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Troutdale?

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 43.3°F (6.3°C) at the peak and 33.3°F (0.7°C) at the base.

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Troutdale, records 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout December, 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Troutdale, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Troutdale is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months 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 intensity 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Troutdale, OR

Average temperature in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Troutdale, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Troutdale, OR

Average wind speed in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Troutdale, OR

Average humidity in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Troutdale, OR

Average rainfall in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Troutdale, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Troutdale, OR

Average snowfall in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Troutdale, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • 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
Troutdale, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Troutdale, OR

Average UV index in December - Troutdale, 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
Troutdale, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Troutdale, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Troutdale, OR

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

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

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