December weather forecast
Prairie Ridge, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Prairie Ridge, Washington, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Prairie Ridge's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and lows of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In Prairie Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Prairie Ridge, in December, during 20.1 rainfall days, 5.39" (137mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prairie Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 37.56" (954mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Prairie Ridge, Washington. In Prairie Ridge, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prairie Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Prairie Ridge?

December is the month when Prairie Ridge experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

How cold is December in Prairie Ridge?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Prairie Ridge during December are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Prairie Ridge?

In December, the average relative humidity in Prairie Ridge is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Prairie Ridge?

In December, in Prairie Ridge, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout December, 5.39" (137mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Prairie Ridge?

In Prairie Ridge, Washington, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prairie Ridge?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Prairie Ridge.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie Ridge have in December?

In Prairie Ridge, Washington, the average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Prairie Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Prairie Ridge?

January and December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Prairie Ridge.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie Ridge have in December?

In Prairie Ridge, Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Prairie Ridge?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Prairie Ridge.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prairie Ridge?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Prairie Ridge, Washington, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average temperature in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average pressure in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average wind speed in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average humidity in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average rainfall in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average snowfall in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average UV index in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • 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 January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie Ridge, 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 26).

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Average visibility in December
Prairie Ridge, WA

Average visibility in December - Prairie Ridge, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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