December weather forecast
Edmonds, WA

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December in Edmonds, Washington is a classic winter month. Tucked between the marginally warmer November and the colder January, December experiences average temperatures between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C). Residents cherish the festive ambience, ubiquitous in the holiday season, under a usually cloudy sky. The month records approximately the same amount of rainfall as the wettest month, January, with an estimated precipitation of 3.5" (89mm). Despite the winter chill, the festive cheer warms up the city and brings the year to a vibrant close.

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 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Edmonds is December, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Edmonds. In Edmonds, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Edmonds, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 6.65" (169mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Edmonds is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Edmonds are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Edmonds?

In Edmonds, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 43.3°F (6.3°C) and reaching a low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Is December cold in Edmonds?

The high-temperature in Edmonds, Washington, during December is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What are the most humid months in Edmonds?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Edmonds?

In Edmonds, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the wettest month in Edmonds?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Edmonds. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Edmonds?

In Edmonds, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Edmonds?

In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Edmonds?

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

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

In Edmonds, Washington, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Edmonds?

On the first day of December in Edmonds, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Edmonds have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Edmonds is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Edmonds?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Edmonds?

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

Average temperature in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (35.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Edmonds, WA

Average pressure in December - Edmonds, 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
Edmonds, WA

Average wind speed in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Edmonds, WA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Edmonds, WA

Average rainfall in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Edmonds, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edmonds, WA

Average snowfall in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Edmonds, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Edmonds, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Edmonds, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Edmonds, WA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Edmonds, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Edmonds, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Edmonds, WA

Average visibility in December - Edmonds, 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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