December weather forecast
Clinton, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clinton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.6°F (5.9°C) and min 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

In Clinton, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Clinton, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 10.08" (256mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Clinton, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Clinton?

In Clinton, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 42.6°F (5.9°C) and reaching a low of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Is December cold?

December temperatures in Clinton vary between a high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clinton, during December, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Clinton, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Clinton, the average day length in December is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clinton, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is 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 Clinton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Clinton, WA

Average temperature in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (35.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Clinton, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clinton, WA

Average wind speed in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Clinton, WA

Average humidity in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Clinton, WA

Average rainfall in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clinton, WA

Average snowfall in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Clinton, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Clinton, WA

Average UV index in December - Clinton, 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
Clinton, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Clinton, WA

Average visibility in December - Clinton, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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