December weather forecast
Nelson, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Nelson, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December, recording an average high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), is Nelson's coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Nelson is 91%.

Rainfall

In Nelson, Washington, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Nelson. In December, in Nelson, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.9 days and aggregates up to 60.24" (1530mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Nelson, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:24 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nelson are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Nelson?

Temperature records in Nelson, Washington, mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and lows at 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is it in Nelson in December?

Nelson in December has an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nelson?

In Nelson, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in Nelson in December?

In Nelson, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Nelson?

In Nelson, Washington, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 15.24" (387mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nelson?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Nelson?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nelson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nelson, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:24 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nelson?

In Nelson, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nelson?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nelson are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Nelson?

In Nelson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nelson, WA

Average temperature in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Nelson, WA

Average pressure in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nelson, WA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Nelson, WA

Average humidity in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Nelson, WA

Average rainfall in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Nelson, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nelson, WA

Average snowfall in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 15.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nelson, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nelson, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nelson, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Nelson, WA

Average UV index in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Nelson, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Nelson, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Nelson, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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