December weather forecast
University Place, WA

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Weather in December

As December rolls in, University Place receives the highest rainfall of the year with 4.69" (119mm). As temperatures reach their annual low of 43.7°F (6.5°C), residents wrap up their year amidst often overcast skies. The chill in the air combined with the frequent showers offers a perfect excuse to stay indoors, as residents prepare to welcome the New Year with hopes of a warm and sunny year ahead. This month is marked with holiday decorations, cozy fires, and snowy landscapes, wrapping up the year in the beauty of winter.

Temperature

December, with average temperatures reaching a high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in University Place.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in University Place, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. In University Place, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in University Place is December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 43.7°F (6.5°C) at the peak and 34.3°F (1.3°C) at the base.

How cold does it get in December?

University Place in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in University Place, Washington.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In University Place, Washington, in December, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 4.69" (119mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In University Place, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in University Place?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
University Place, WA

Average temperature in December - University Place, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
University Place, WA

Average pressure in December - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average wind speed in December - University Place, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
University Place, WA

Average humidity in December - University Place, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
University Place, WA

Average rainfall in December - University Place, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
University Place, WA

Average rainfall days in December - University Place, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
University Place, WA

Average snowfall in December - University Place, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
University Place, WA

Average snowfall days in December - University Place, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
University Place, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - University Place, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
University Place, WA

Average sunshine days in December - University Place, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
University Place, WA

Average UV index in December - University Place, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
University Place, WA

Average cloud cover in December - University Place, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
University Place, WA

Average visibility in December - University Place, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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