December weather forecast
Sumas, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sumas, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and max 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sumas, in December, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 6.85" (174mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sumas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188 days and collects up to 49.88" (1267mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sumas, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sumas, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sumas is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Sumas, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Sumas?

December is the month when Sumas experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Is it cold in Sumas during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sumas, Washington, are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Sumas?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Sumas in December?

In Sumas, Washington, during December, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sumas in December?

In Sumas, Washington, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sumas?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sumas have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sumas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sumas?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sumas, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sumas?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sumas?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sumas?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sumas, Washington, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sumas, WA

Average temperature in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sumas, WA

Average pressure in December - Sumas, 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 and August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sumas, WA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (4.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sumas, WA

Average humidity in December - Sumas, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Sumas, WA

Average rainfall in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 6.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (7.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Sumas, WA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sumas, WA

Average snowfall in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sumas, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 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
Sumas, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sumas, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sumas, WA

Average UV index in December - Sumas, 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
Sumas, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sumas, WA

Average visibility in December - Sumas, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

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