December weather forecast
Rockaway Beach, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a minimum average of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rockaway Beach is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Rockaway Beach is December, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rockaway Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Rockaway Beach, Oregon, in December, the average water temperature is 50°F (10°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 50°F (10°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:42 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rockaway Beach is 4.3h.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockaway Beach. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Rockaway Beach?

Rockaway Beach, Oregon, experiences its average lowest temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a minimum of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the temperature in December in Rockaway Beach?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Rockaway Beach?

In Rockaway Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Rockaway Beach?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rockaway Beach in December?

In Rockaway Beach, during December, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rockaway Beach?

In Rockaway Beach, Oregon, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Rockaway Beach in December?

In Rockaway Beach, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the water temperature in December in Rockaway Beach?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, is 50°F (10°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockaway Beach?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rockaway Beach.

How many hours of daylight does Rockaway Beach have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockaway Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockaway Beach, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:42 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockaway Beach?

In Rockaway Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rockaway Beach?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rockaway Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average temperature in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average pressure in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and April (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average wind speed in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average humidity in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average rainfall in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average snowfall in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average sea temperature in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average sea temperature in December: 49.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.1°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockaway Beach, 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: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average UV index in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average visibility in December - Rockaway Beach, 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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