December weather forecast
Terrace Heights, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Terrace Heights, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December, with average temperatures reaching a high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Terrace Heights, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Terrace Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.2 days and collects up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, September, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:24 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Terrace Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

Terrace Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Terrace Heights, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Terrace Heights?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Terrace Heights, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Terrace Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Terrace Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:24 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Terrace Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What are the months 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 reading in December?

In Terrace Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average temperature in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average pressure in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average wind speed in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average humidity in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average rainfall in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average snowfall in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Terrace Heights, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average UV index in December - Terrace Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Terrace Heights, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Terrace Heights, WA

Average visibility in December - Terrace Heights, 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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