December weather forecast
La Grande, WA

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in La Grande, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

La Grande experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In La Grande, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In La Grande, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.4 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:31 pm PST.

Sunshine

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

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: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

During the coldest month in La Grande, December, temperatures average a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the rainiest month in La Grande?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout December, 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In La Grande, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does La Grande have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:31 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 many hours of sunshine does La Grande have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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 in La Grande.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
La Grande, WA

Average temperature in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
La Grande, WA

Average pressure in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
La Grande, WA

Average wind speed in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
La Grande, WA

Average humidity in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
La Grande, WA

Average rainfall in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
La Grande, WA

Average rainfall days in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
La Grande, WA

Average snowfall in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
La Grande, WA

Average snowfall days in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
La Grande, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - La Grande, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
La Grande, WA

Average sunshine days in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).

Average UV index in December
La Grande, WA

Average UV index in December - La Grande, 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
La Grande, WA

Average cloud cover in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
La Grande, WA

Average visibility in December - La Grande, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

La Grande, Washington, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location