December weather forecastAthena, OR
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Athena, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Temperature
December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Athena, Oregon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.7 days and collects up to 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Athena, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.5 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:19 pm PST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Athena, OR
- Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Athena, OR
- Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Athena, OR
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Athena, OR
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).
Average rainfall in December
Athena, OR
- Average rainfall in December: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Athena, OR
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Athena, OR
- Average snowfall in December: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Athena, OR
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.5 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
Athena, OR
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Athena, OR
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Athena, OR
- 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
Athena, OR
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in December
Athena, OR
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
