December weather forecast
Pullman, WA

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Weather in December

The biting winter takes center stage in December, Pullman's coldest month. Snowfalls become a common phenomenon, contributing to high humidity levels. The year ends on shorter hours of sunlight, calling for long, dark nights. Winds retain the same speed as that in November, while rainfall takes a backseat. With the mercury dipping to 24.1°F (-4.4°C), December records the lowest temperature for the year in Pullman.

Temperature

December, on average, is the coldest month in Pullman, Washington, registering a high temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pullman, Washington, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pullman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 18.15" (461mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 37.44" (951mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pullman, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pullman. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Pullman?

December, recording an average high temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C), is Pullman's coldest month.

How cold is it in Pullman in December?

In Pullman, 34.3°F (1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pullman?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Pullman in December?

In Pullman, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pullman?

In Pullman, Washington, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 7.8" (198mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pullman?

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

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pullman?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pullman, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:10 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Pullman?

January, February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pullman.

How many hours of sunshine does Pullman have in December?

In Pullman, Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pullman?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pullman, WA

Average temperature in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pullman, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pullman, WA

Average wind speed in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pullman, WA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Pullman, WA

Average rainfall in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Pullman, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pullman, WA

Average snowfall in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pullman, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Pullman, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Pullman, WA

Average UV index in December - Pullman, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pullman, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Pullman, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Pullman, WA

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

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, February and December (5mi).

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