December weather forecastElgin, OR
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Elgin, Oregon, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.8°F (1°C) and min 21°F (-6.1°C).Temperature
December, characterized by an average high temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), is generally the coldest month.Humidity
In Elgin, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In Elgin, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 10.94" (278mm) of snow is 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, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, 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.
Sunshine
In Elgin, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elgin, OR
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
