December weather forecast
Pendleton, OR

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These large silos and creatively shaped red barns stand in the middle of a vast field of harvested wheat, in Pendleton, Oregon
These large silos and creatively shaped red barns stand in the middle of a vast field of harvested wheat, in Pendleton, Oregon

Weather in December

December brings winter back to Pendleton in full force. Cold conditions persist, with an average temperature drop to 27.3°F, the lowest of the year, and an increase in snowfall to 2.05". Despite the high relative humidity at 78% and shorter daylight hours, the festive season brings a unique warmth to the month. It's also the best time for snow sports enthusiasts who eagerly anticipate the snowy conditions. Equally important is to ensure good visibility during this period for safe driving.

Temperature

In Pendleton, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 37.9°F and a low of 27.3°F.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pendleton is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pendleton, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.57" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pendleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.7 days and collects up to 12.91" of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Pendleton, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.5 snowfall days, and 9.41" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Pendleton, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:20 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pendleton, Oregon.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pendleton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Pendleton?

Pendleton's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 37.9°F and lows of 27.3°F.

Is it cold in Pendleton during December?

In December, in Pendleton, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F, and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F.

What is the average humidity in December in Pendleton?

In Pendleton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pendleton?

In Pendleton, Oregon, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.57" of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pendleton in December?

In Pendleton, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pendleton?

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

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

In Pendleton, Oregon, the average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pendleton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:20 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pendleton?

The months with the least sunshine in Pendleton are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pendleton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pendleton, Oregon, is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pendleton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pendleton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pendleton, OR

Average temperature in December - Pendleton, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Pendleton, OR

Average pressure in December - Pendleton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Pendleton, OR

Average wind speed in December - Pendleton, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Pendleton, OR

Average humidity in December - Pendleton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pendleton, OR

Average rainfall in December - Pendleton, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pendleton, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Pendleton, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Pendleton, OR

Average snowfall in December - Pendleton, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pendleton, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Pendleton, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pendleton, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pendleton, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Pendleton, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Pendleton, OR

Average UV index in December - Pendleton, 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
Pendleton, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Pendleton, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Pendleton, OR

Average visibility in December - Pendleton, 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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