December weather forecast
Port Townsend, WA

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Victorian design houses from an old age along the beach on a hilly spot overlooking the sea, in Port Townsend, Washington
Victorian design houses from an old age along the beach on a hilly spot overlooking the sea, in Port Townsend, Washington

Weather in December

December in Port Townsend sees the return of winter, with the lowest average temperatures for the year at 37.6°F (3.1°C). It brings with it the festive cheer of Christmas and New Year. The increased rainfall, an expected 2.52" (64mm), blankets the city in a cool dampness. While snowfall is rare, the possibility of a white Christmas isn't entirely out of the picture. The year ends on a wintry note, with chilly temperatures and frequent rains dominating December's weather scene.

Temperature

Port Townsend's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 43°F (6.1°C) to a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Port Townsend, during December, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Port Townsend, Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.3 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Port Townsend, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Port Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.8 days and aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Townsend, in December, the average water temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C).
Note: 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.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:27 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43°F (6.1°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Port Townsend?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Port Townsend, in December, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Port Townsend, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°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?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Port Townsend?

In Port Townsend, Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average temperature in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (37.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average pressure in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Townsend, WA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average humidity in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average rainfall in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average snowfall in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average sea temperature in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 46.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average UV index in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Port Townsend, WA

Average visibility in December - Port Townsend, 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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