December weather forecast
Malaga, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Malaga, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and max 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 1.57" (40mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:20 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Malaga's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is the coldest in the year.

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 1.57" (40mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Malaga, Washington, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Malaga, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Malaga have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:20 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Malaga is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Malaga, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Malaga, WA

Average temperature in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Malaga, WA

Average pressure in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Malaga, WA

Average wind speed in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Malaga, WA

Average humidity in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Malaga, WA

Average rainfall in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Malaga, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Malaga, WA

Average snowfall in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Malaga, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Malaga, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Malaga, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Malaga, WA

Average UV index in December - Malaga, 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
Malaga, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Malaga, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Malaga, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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