December weather forecast
Lacey, WA

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Weather in December

Finally, December brings the coldest average low temperature to Lacey, dropping to 33.4°F (0.8°C). The short days and limited sunlight hours of 3.4h indicate the full arrival of winter. Despite the cold, December's wind speeds show slight decline to an average of 4.2mph (6.8km/h). Snowfall returns as a possibility towards the end of the month, adding to the festive atmosphere. The weather in December sets a white and reflective conclusion to the year.

Temperature

Lacey records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 5.31" (135mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:32 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 43°F (6.1°C) and lows at 33.4°F (0.8°C).

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lacey, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lacey, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout December, 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:32 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lacey, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with 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 reading in December?

In Lacey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lacey, WA

Average temperature in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Lacey, WA

Average pressure in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lacey, WA

Average wind speed in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lacey, WA

Average humidity in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lacey, WA

Average rainfall in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Lacey, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lacey, WA

Average snowfall in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lacey, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Lacey, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lacey, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lacey, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lacey, WA

Average UV index in December - Lacey, 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
Lacey, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Lacey, WA

Average visibility in December - Lacey, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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