December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The calm city of Medford in Oregon, with a view of the clear roads and the colorful trees with the fall foliage beauty

Weather in December

To conclude the year, December brings back the cold winters dipping temperatures between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C). The onset of winter introduces snowfall, transforming Medford into a winter wonderland. The city experiences a significant reduction in daylight hours, signaling the arrival of the winter solstice. Relative humidity ramps up, but the precedence of high pressure keeps the snowfall in check. Despite the cold climes, the festive spirit beckons residents to partake in holiday events and festivities.

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 44.4°F (6.9°C) and as low as 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Medford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With its average high temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C), December is regarded as the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

In Medford, 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Medford, during December, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Medford, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Medford have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

52.7°F 11.5°C

44.4°F 6.9°C

46.4°F 8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4mph 6.4km/h

4.3mph 6.9km/h

4.7mph 7.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Medford, OR

Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Medford, OR

Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Medford, OR

Average wind speed in December: 3.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Medford, OR

Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Medford, OR

Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Medford, OR

Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medford, OR

Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medford, OR

Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medford, OR

Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medford, OR

Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Medford, OR

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
Medford, OR

Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Medford, OR

Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

December weather forecast
Medford, OR

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