December weather forecast
Puyallup, WA

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Weather in December

December, the final month on the calendar in Puyallup, Washington, welcomes back the dominance of winter weather. The constituent elements of cold temperatures, increased rainfall, and limited sunshine hours frame the climatic layout of December. In footage of snow, December falls behind February by registering an average snowfall of 0.43" (11mm). Yet, it still stands out as one of Puyallup's snowfall-gifted months. Despite the chilly conditions, the weather maintains a distinctive festive spirit. The anticipation of a new calendar year gives rise to hopes of sunnier and clearer days.

Temperature

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In Puyallup, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Puyallup, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Puyallup, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.4 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 42.8°F (6°C) at the peak and 32.7°F (0.4°C) at the low.

How cold is December in Puyallup?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Puyallup, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Puyallup, in December, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 4.92" (125mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Puyallup?

In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Puyallup?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Puyallup, WA

Average pressure in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Puyallup, WA

Average wind speed in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Puyallup, WA

Average humidity in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Puyallup, WA

Average rainfall in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.92"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Puyallup, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Puyallup, WA

Average snowfall in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Puyallup, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Puyallup, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Puyallup, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

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

Average UV index in December
Puyallup, WA

Average UV index in December - Puyallup, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Puyallup, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Puyallup, WA

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

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

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