December weather forecast
Elk Plain, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Elk Plain, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Elk Plain experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Elk Plain is December, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Elk Plain, Washington, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Elk Plain, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Elk Plain, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elk Plain, is 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Elk Plain, Washington.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Elk Plain is 87%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elk Plain, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Elk Plain is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Plain have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk Plain.

How high is the UV index in December in Elk Plain?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average temperature in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average pressure in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Elk Plain, WA

Average wind speed in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average humidity in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average rainfall in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.92"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average snowfall in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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
Elk Plain, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk Plain, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average UV index in December - Elk Plain, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Elk Plain, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Elk Plain, WA

Average visibility in December - Elk Plain, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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