December weather forecast
Lakewood, WA

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Weather in December

The year ends with December, and so does the calendar for changing weather patterns in Lakewood. December can be classified as the wettest month, featuring the highest rainfall level at 4.69" (119mm) and lower temperatures. The trends seen in November continue into December: less daylight, increased humidity, and dipping temperatures. Coats and scarves become a common sight among inhabitants, as they prepare for the chill and the snow. Amidst the winter chills, the anticipation of the holiday season keeps the spirits of the residents high.

Temperature

December, recording an average high temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), is Lakewood's coldest month.

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 Lakewood, Washington, is December, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lakewood are January through March, November and December. In Lakewood, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Lakewood, Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lakewood, Washington.
On the first day of December in Lakewood, Washington, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lakewood.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lakewood are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Lakewood?

In Lakewood, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

How cold is it in Lakewood in December?

Lakewood in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Lakewood?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Lakewood?

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

What is the wettest month in Lakewood?

The month with the most rainfall in Lakewood is December, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lakewood in December?

In December, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lakewood in December?

In Lakewood, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakewood?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lakewood, Washington.

How many hours of daylight does Lakewood have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lakewood?

On the first day of December in Lakewood, Washington, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lakewood?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lakewood.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakewood have in December?

In Lakewood, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lakewood?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lakewood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lakewood, Washington, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lakewood, WA

Average temperature in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakewood, WA

Average pressure in December - Lakewood, 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
Lakewood, WA

Average wind speed in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakewood, WA

Average humidity in December - Lakewood, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakewood, WA

Average rainfall in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakewood, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakewood, WA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakewood, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Lakewood, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakewood, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakewood, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lakewood, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Lakewood, WA

Average visibility in December - Lakewood, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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