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Gearhart Weather in December

Gearhart in December sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 318 mm (13 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Gearhart in December

As part of the rainy season, Gearhart sees around 24 days of rain in December, with an average of 318 mm (13 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Gearhart in December

In December, Gearhart sees low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights drop to around 2°C (36°F). During December, you'll experience the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Gearhart in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 62 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Gearhart. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Gearhart Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
80%
Precipitation
318 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Sunshine
62 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Astoria, the United States of America (19 KM, 11 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Gearhart in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Gearhart in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Gearhart in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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