December weather forecast
Winthrop, WA

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A mirror view in the blue water of Blue Lake of the trees and rock cliffs nearby, in Winthrop, Washington
A mirror view in the blue water of Blue Lake of the trees and rock cliffs nearby, in Winthrop, Washington

Weather in December

December in Winthrop marks the full onset of winter, bringing the coldest temperatures of the year. The high average is noted at 27.5°F (-2.5°C) while a chilling low average dips to 13.5°F (-10.3°C). The town is typically blanketed with around 12.87" (327mm) of snow, adding to the already existing November snowfall. Light is elusive in December, with an daily average of only 8.4 daylight hours. As residents bid farewell to December, they gear up for January and yet another new year of varying weather conditions.

Temperature

In Winthrop, December records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and reaching a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Winthrop are January through April, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:15 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In Winthrop, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Winthrop?

With an average high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C), December is the coldest month.

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Winthrop, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Winthrop, in December, during 15.3 snowfall days, 12.87" (327mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Winthrop have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Winthrop, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:15 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winthrop have in December?

In Winthrop, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Winthrop, WA

Average temperature in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Winthrop, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Winthrop, WA

Average wind speed in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Winthrop, WA

Average humidity in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Winthrop, WA

Average rainfall in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Winthrop, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Winthrop, WA

Average snowfall in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Winthrop, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Winthrop, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Winthrop, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Winthrop, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Winthrop, WA

Average UV index in December - Winthrop, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Winthrop, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Winthrop, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Winthrop, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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