December weather forecastMedford, OR
December
Weather in December
To conclude the year, December brings back the cold winters dipping temperatures between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C). The onset of winter introduces snowfall, transforming Medford into a winter wonderland. The city experiences a significant reduction in daylight hours, signaling the arrival of the winter solstice. Relative humidity ramps up, but the precedence of high pressure keeps the snowfall in check. Despite the cold climes, the festive spirit beckons residents to partake in holiday events and festivities.Temperature
December, characterized by an average high temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C), is generally the coldest month.Humidity
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Medford, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Medford, OR
- Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Medford, OR
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Medford, OR
- Average wind speed in December: 3.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (3.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Medford, OR
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).
Average rainfall in December
Medford, OR
- Average rainfall in December: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Medford, OR
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Medford, OR
- Average snowfall in December: 1.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Medford, OR
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medford, OR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Medford, OR
- Average sunshine days in December: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Medford, 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
Medford, OR
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in December
Medford, OR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (5mi).
