December weather forecast
Puyallup, WA

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Weather in December

December, the final month on the calendar in Puyallup, Washington, welcomes back the dominance of winter weather. The constituent elements of cold temperatures, increased rainfall, and limited sunshine hours frame the climatic layout of December. In footage of snow, December falls behind February by registering an average snowfall of 0.43" (11mm). Yet, it still stands out as one of Puyallup's snowfall-gifted months. Despite the chilly conditions, the weather maintains a distinctive festive spirit. The anticipation of a new calendar year gives rise to hopes of sunnier and clearer days.

Temperature

Puyallup reaches its lowest average temperatures in December, measuring 42.8°F (6°C) at the peak and 32.7°F (0.4°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Puyallup, Washington, is 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Puyallup is December, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Puyallup, Washington, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Puyallup, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.4 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) 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 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Puyallup, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Puyallup.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Puyallup?

Puyallup's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 42.8°F (6°C) and lows of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

How cold is it in Puyallup in December?

Puyallup in December has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Puyallup?

In Puyallup, Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

What is the rainiest month in Puyallup?

The month with the most rainfall in Puyallup is December, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Puyallup in December?

In Puyallup, during December, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Puyallup in December?

In Puyallup, Washington, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Puyallup?

The month with the shortest days in Puyallup is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Puyallup have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Puyallup?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Puyallup, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Puyallup?

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Puyallup.

How many hours of sunshine does Puyallup have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Puyallup?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Puyallup?

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

Average temperature in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Puyallup, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Puyallup, WA

Average wind speed in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Puyallup, WA

Average humidity in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Puyallup, WA

Average rainfall in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.92"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Puyallup, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Puyallup, WA

Average snowfall in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Puyallup, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Puyallup, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Puyallup, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Puyallup, WA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Puyallup, WA

Average UV index in December - Puyallup, 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
Puyallup, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Puyallup, WA

Average visibility in December - Puyallup, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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