December weather forecast
Long Beach, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Long Beach, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December stands out as Long Beach's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In Long Beach, Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Long Beach, snow does not fall in March through August, October through December.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Long Beach, Washington, is 49.6°F (9.8°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 49.6°F (9.8°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Long Beach, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Long Beach?

December stands out as Long Beach's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What are December temperatures in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Long Beach?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Long Beach?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Long Beach, Washington. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, Washington, in December, during 17.9 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Long Beach?

March through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Long Beach, Washington.

Does it snow in Long Beach in December?

In Long Beach, Washington, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Long Beach?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Long Beach, Washington, is 49.6°F (9.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Beach?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Long Beach have in December?

In Long Beach, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Long Beach?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Beach have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Long Beach is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Long Beach?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Long Beach?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Long Beach, Washington, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Long Beach, WA

Average temperature in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (63.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Long Beach, WA

Average pressure in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Long Beach, WA

Average wind speed in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Long Beach, WA

Average humidity in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Long Beach, WA

Average rainfall in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Long Beach, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Long Beach, WA

Average snowfall in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Long Beach, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Long Beach, WA

Average sea temperature in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 49.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Beach, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Long Beach, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Long Beach, WA

Average UV index in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Long Beach, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Long Beach, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Long Beach, WA

Average visibility in December - Long Beach, 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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