December weather forecastAlbany, OR
December
Weather in December
December seals the year with an average high temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) in Albany. Winter manifests its peak, with increased snowfall and dipping temperatures. The sky remains cloudy on most days, minimal daylight and low visibility paint a classic winter picture. An average wind speed of 4.9mph (7.9km/h) conducts a cool and crisp ambiance. The drop in pressure to 30.1in further highlights the winter peak.Temperature
Albany's December weather, with an average high temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Albany, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.3 snowfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm PST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Albany, OR
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Albany, OR
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Albany, OR
- Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Albany, OR
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).
Average rainfall in December
Albany, OR
- Average rainfall in December: 3.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Albany, OR
- Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Albany, OR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Albany, OR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albany, OR
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Albany, OR
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in December
Albany, OR
- 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
Albany, OR
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
Albany, OR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
