December weather forecast
Friday Harbor, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Friday Harbor, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

January, February and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 45.3°F (7.4°C), are the coldest months.

Humidity

In Friday Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Friday Harbor, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Friday Harbor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.7 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Friday Harbor, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Friday Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.9 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Friday Harbor, the average seawater temperature in December is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Friday Harbor's coldest season falls during January, February and December, averaging a high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Friday Harbor, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Friday Harbor, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Friday Harbor have in December?

In December, the average day length in Friday Harbor is 8h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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 Friday Harbor?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average temperature in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.9°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (40.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average pressure in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average wind speed in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average humidity in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average rainfall in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average snowfall in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average sea temperature in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 46°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.9°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average UV index in December - Friday Harbor, 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
Friday Harbor, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Friday Harbor, WA

Average visibility in December - Friday Harbor, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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