December weather forecast
Elgin, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Elgin, Oregon, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 33.8°F (1°C) and lows at 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Elgin is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Elgin, in December, during 14.2 snowfall days, 10.94" (278mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elgin, Oregon, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.6 days and aggregates up to 52.4" (1331mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elgin, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Elgin, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:18 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Elgin, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elgin is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard 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 people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Elgin?

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a minimum temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is it in Elgin in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elgin, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elgin?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elgin, Oregon, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, during December, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elgin?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elgin?

The average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elgin?

On the first day of December in Elgin, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:18 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elgin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elgin, Oregon, 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
Elgin, OR

Average temperature in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elgin, OR

Average pressure in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elgin, OR

Average wind speed in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elgin, OR

Average humidity in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elgin, OR

Average rainfall in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elgin, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elgin, OR

Average snowfall in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elgin, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elgin, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elgin, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elgin, OR

Average UV index in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elgin, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in December
Elgin, OR

Average visibility in December - Elgin, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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