December weather forecast
Preston, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Preston, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Preston's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Preston, Washington, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Preston, in December, during 18.5 rainfall days, 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Preston, Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.9 days and collects up to 39.96" (1015mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Preston. In Preston, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.4 days and aggregates up to 11.38" (289mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Preston.
On the first day of December in Preston, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Preston.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Preston is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Preston?

With an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C), December is the coldest month in Preston.

How cold does it get in Preston in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Preston?

The average relative humidity in December in Preston, Washington, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Preston in December?

In Preston, Washington, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Preston in December?

In Preston, Washington, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Preston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Preston have in December?

In Preston, Washington, the average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Preston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Preston, Washington, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:26 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Preston?

The months with the least sunshine in Preston are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Preston?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Preston is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Preston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Preston is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Preston, WA

Average temperature in December - Preston, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Preston, WA

Average pressure in December - Preston, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Preston, WA

Average wind speed in December - Preston, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Preston, WA

Average humidity in December - Preston, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Preston, WA

Average rainfall in December - Preston, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 6.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (6.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Preston, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Preston, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Preston, WA

Average snowfall in December - Preston, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Preston, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Preston, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 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
Preston, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Preston, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Preston, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Preston, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Preston, WA

Average UV index in December - Preston, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Preston, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Preston, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Preston, WA

Average visibility in December - Preston, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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