December weather forecastLong Beach, WA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Long Beach, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).Temperature
December stands out as Long Beach's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).Humidity
In Long Beach, Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Long Beach, snow does not fall in March through August, October through December.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature in Long Beach, Washington, is 49.6°F (9.8°C).Note: It is life-risking to swim in 49.6°F (9.8°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Long Beach, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (63.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 41.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average rainfall days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average sea temperature in December: 49.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.8°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Long Beach, WA
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
Long Beach, WA
- 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).





