December weather forecast
Ashford, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ashford, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Ashford experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Ashford, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ashford, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Ashford records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Is it cold in Ashford during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ashford, during December, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ashford, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ashford, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ashford have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ashford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ashford, WA

Average temperature in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashford, WA

Average pressure in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashford, WA

Average wind speed in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashford, WA

Average humidity in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashford, WA

Average rainfall in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashford, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashford, WA

Average snowfall in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashford, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashford, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashford, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashford, WA

Average UV index in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashford, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ashford, WA

Average visibility in December - Ashford, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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