December weather forecast
Colton, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Colton, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°F (-4°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Colton's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Colton is 83%.

Rainfall

In Colton, Washington, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.2 rainfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Colton. In Colton, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Colton, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Colton, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Colton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:11 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Colton, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colton 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Colton?

Colton's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

How cold is December in Colton?

In Colton, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colton?

In Colton, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Colton?

In Colton, Washington, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Colton?

In Colton, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colton?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colton, Washington.

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

The average day length in December in Colton, Washington, is 8h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Colton?

On the first day of December in Colton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:11 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Colton?

In Colton, Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Colton?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Colton?

In Colton, Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colton, WA

Average temperature in December - Colton, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Colton, WA

Average pressure in December - Colton, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colton, WA

Average wind speed in December - Colton, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Colton, WA

Average humidity in December - Colton, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Colton, WA

Average rainfall in December - Colton, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Colton, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Colton, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colton, WA

Average snowfall in December - Colton, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colton, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Colton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colton, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colton, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Colton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Colton, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Colton, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Colton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Colton, WA

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

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

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