December weather forecastSpringfield, OR
December
Weather in December
December concludes the year with winter truly setting in, ushering in the coldest average temperatures and considerable rainfall of 1.54" (39mm). Despite the chill, snowfall remains relatively modest at 0.2" (5mm). The days are at their shortest but boast a high relative humidity of 86%, making it an ideal time to enjoy the indoor comforts in Springfield, Oregon.Temperature
The month of December, characterized by an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low of 33.8°F (1°C), is recognized as the coldest.Humidity
January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 5 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:44 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Springfield, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Springfield, OR
- Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Springfield, OR
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Springfield, OR
- Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (3.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Springfield, OR
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Springfield, OR
- Average rainfall in December: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").
Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, OR
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Springfield, OR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, OR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Springfield, OR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, OR
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Springfield, 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
Springfield, OR
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Springfield, OR
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (4mi).
