December weather forecast
Sherwood, OR

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Weather in December

December rounds off the year in Sherwood with the onset of winter temperatures and the return of occasional snowfall. The city experiences its second highest rainfall of 4.57" (116mm) spread across 18.9 days, contributing to the city's typical wet winters. The plummeting temperatures reach down to 34.5°F (1.4°C) during the nights, making heavy winter gear essential. As the daylight hours reach their shortest, the promise of a white Christmas and the squashy thump of snowflakes makes December a truly festive period.

Temperature

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Sherwood.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sherwood, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sherwood, Oregon, there are 6.5 snowfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sherwood, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:38 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Sherwood?

The lowest temperatures in Sherwood are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Is December cold in Sherwood?

The high-temperature in Sherwood during December is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Sherwood?

The months with the highest humidity in Sherwood are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the rainiest month in Sherwood?

The month with the most rainfall in Sherwood, Oregon, is December, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Sherwood?

In Sherwood, during December, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sherwood?

In December, in Sherwood, Oregon, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sherwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sherwood have in December?

The average day length in December in Sherwood, Oregon, is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sherwood?

On the first day of December in Sherwood, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:38 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sherwood have in December?

In Sherwood, Oregon, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sherwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sherwood is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sherwood, OR

Average temperature in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sherwood, OR

Average pressure in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sherwood, OR

Average wind speed in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sherwood, OR

Average humidity in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sherwood, OR

Average rainfall in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sherwood, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sherwood, OR

Average snowfall in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sherwood, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sherwood, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sherwood, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sherwood, OR

Average UV index in December - Sherwood, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sherwood, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Sherwood, OR

Average visibility in December - Sherwood, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (5mi).

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