December weather forecast
Richmond Highlands, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Richmond Highlands, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

Richmond Highlands's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Richmond Highlands is December, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Richmond Highlands, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Richmond Highlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond Highlands.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richmond Highlands. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Richmond Highlands?

Temperature readings in Richmond Highlands reach their annual highs in December, averaging 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a minimum average of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Is it cold in Richmond Highlands during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Richmond Highlands during December are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Richmond Highlands?

The months with the highest humidity in Richmond Highlands, Washington, are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond Highlands?

The average relative humidity in December in Richmond Highlands is 84%.

What is the rainiest month in Richmond Highlands?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Richmond Highlands. Rain falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Richmond Highlands in December?

In Richmond Highlands, Washington, during December, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richmond Highlands?

In Richmond Highlands, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond Highlands?

The month with the shortest days in Richmond Highlands is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Richmond Highlands?

In December, the average day length in Richmond Highlands, Washington, is 8h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond Highlands?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond Highlands have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Richmond Highlands is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richmond Highlands?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richmond Highlands?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Richmond Highlands, Washington, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average temperature in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (35.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average pressure in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average wind speed in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average humidity in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average rainfall in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average snowfall in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond Highlands, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average UV index in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Richmond Highlands, WA

Average visibility in December - Richmond Highlands, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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