December weather forecast
Malden, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Malden, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 33.1°F (0.6°C) and lows at 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In Malden, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Malden, Washington, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Malden, Washington, there are 84.3 rainfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Malden, Washington, in December, during 9.3 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Malden, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Malden, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Malden, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Malden, with an average of 4.3h 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Malden?

The month of December, characterized by an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), is recognized as the coldest.

How cold is it in Malden in December?

December temperatures in Malden vary between a high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Malden?

In Malden, Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Malden in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Malden?

In December, in Malden, Washington, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Malden?

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

How many hours of daylight does Malden have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Malden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Malden, Washington, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:10 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Malden?

The month with the least sunshine in Malden, Washington, is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Malden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Malden is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Malden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Malden, WA

Average temperature in December - Malden, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Malden, WA

Average pressure in December - Malden, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Malden, WA

Average wind speed in December - Malden, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Malden, WA

Average humidity in December - Malden, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (36%).

Average rainfall in December
Malden, WA

Average rainfall in December - Malden, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and May (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Malden, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Malden, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Malden, WA

Average snowfall in December - Malden, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Malden, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Malden, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Malden, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Malden, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Malden, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Malden, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Malden, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Malden, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Malden, WA

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

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

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