December weather forecast
Otis Orchards, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Otis Orchards, Washington, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

December, with its average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Otis Orchards, Washington, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Otis Orchards, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Otis Orchards, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.9" (226mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.4 snowfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:06 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 32°F (0°C) at the peak and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) at the base.

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Otis Orchards, is 32°F (0°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Otis Orchards, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Otis Orchards, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Otis Orchards, Washington, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 8.9" (226mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Otis Orchards have in December?

In Otis Orchards, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:06 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Otis Orchards, Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Otis Orchards?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Otis Orchards, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Otis Orchards, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average temperature in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°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 (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average pressure in December - Otis Orchards, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average wind speed in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average humidity in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average rainfall in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average snowfall in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otis Orchards, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average UV index in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Otis Orchards, WA

Average visibility in December - Otis Orchards, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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