December weather forecast
Burien, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burien, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is December, with an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Burien.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Burien is December, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Burien, Washington, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.8 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Burien.
On the first day of December in Burien, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:28 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Burien, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Burien, Washington, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Burien?

With an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), December is the coldest month.

Is December cold in Burien?

During December, Burien experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Burien?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Burien, Washington.

What is the average humidity in December in Burien?

The average relative humidity in December in Burien is 85%.

What is the rainiest month in Burien?

The month with the most rainfall in Burien is December, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Burien?

In Burien, Washington, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Burien?

In Burien, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burien?

December has the shortest days of the year in Burien, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Burien?

In December, the average day length in Burien is 8h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Burien?

On the first day of December in Burien, Washington, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:28 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Burien?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Burien?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Burien is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Burien?

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 Burien?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burien is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Burien, WA

Average temperature in December - Burien, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Burien, WA

Average pressure in December - Burien, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burien, WA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Burien, WA

Average humidity in December - Burien, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Burien, WA

Average rainfall in December - Burien, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Burien, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Burien, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burien, WA

Average snowfall in December - Burien, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burien, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Burien, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Burien, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burien, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burien, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Burien, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Burien, WA

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Burien, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Burien, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Burien, WA

Average visibility in December - Burien, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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