December weather forecast
Hermiston, OR

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Weather in December

In December, winter reigns supreme in Hermiston, Oregon. The city immerses in a cold spell, with average temperatures plummeting down to the lower end of the scale. Embodying the epitome of a northern winter's charm, light snowfall visiting the city adds to the magical holiday vibes. Interesting to note, December ties with March as the rainiest month of the year, witnessing an average of 1.06" (27mm) of rainfall. So, as the year winds down in the final month, Hermiston is exceptionally draped in a serene blanket of white, offering a picturesque winter wonderland.

Temperature

December is Hermiston's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and lows of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall in Hermiston. In December, in Hermiston, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hermiston, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hermiston, Oregon, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hermiston, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Hermiston are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Hermiston?

The lowest temperatures in Hermiston, Oregon, are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Is it cold in Hermiston during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hermiston, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hermiston?

In Hermiston, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Hermiston?

The wettest months are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Hermiston in December?

In Hermiston, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hermiston?

In December, in Hermiston, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hermiston?

The month with the shortest days in Hermiston, Oregon, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Hermiston, Oregon, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hermiston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hermiston, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hermiston?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Hermiston, Oregon.

How many hours of sunshine does Hermiston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hermiston, Oregon, is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hermiston?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hermiston.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hermiston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hermiston, Oregon, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hermiston, OR

Average temperature in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hermiston, OR

Average pressure in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hermiston, OR

Average wind speed in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hermiston, OR

Average humidity in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hermiston, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hermiston, OR

Average UV index in December - Hermiston, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hermiston, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Hermiston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Hermiston, OR

Average visibility in December - Hermiston, 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).

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