Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December, marked by an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Yakima is 80%.Rainfall
In Yakima, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.2 rainfall days, and 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:24 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Yakima, the average sunshine in December is 5.9h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Yakima have in December?
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How long on average sun shines in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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
Yakima, 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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