December weather forecastOlalla, WA

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Olalla, Washington, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December, recording an average high temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C), is Olalla's coldest month.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 87%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are January and December, with an average 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Olalla are January through March, November and December. In Olalla, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Olalla, during the entire year, snow falls for 7 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Olalla, Washington, in December, the average water temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 46.9°F (8.3°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Olalla, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

December tends to be the coldest month in Olalla, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

An average high-temperature, in December, in Olalla, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

December is the most humid month in Olalla, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

In December, the average relative humidity in Olalla is 87%.

The months with the most rainfall in Olalla, Washington, are January and December, with an average 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

In December, in Olalla, Washington, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Olalla, in December, during 1 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

In December, the average ocean temperature in Olalla, Washington, is 46.9°F (8.3°C). Swimming in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December in Olalla is 8h and 32min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Olalla, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Olalla is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average sea temperature in December: 46.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Olalla, WA

  • 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
Olalla, WA

  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Olalla, WA

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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