December weather forecast
Van Zandt, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Van Zandt, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C), December is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Van Zandt, Washington, during December, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of precipitation. In Van Zandt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.7 days and collects up to 48.66" (1236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Van Zandt, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Van Zandt, December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 39.6°F (4.2°C) at the peak and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in December?

In Van Zandt, 39.6°F (4.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 19.9 days. Throughout December, 6.3" (160mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Van Zandt, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Van Zandt have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Van Zandt, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.2°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 (51.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average pressure in December - Van Zandt, 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
Van Zandt, WA

Average wind speed in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average humidity in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average rainfall in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 6.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (7.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average snowfall in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Van Zandt, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Van Zandt, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Van Zandt, WA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Van Zandt, WA

Average visibility in December - Van Zandt, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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