Orchards weather in December (United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Orchards in December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Orchards usually has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 7°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 1°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Orchards in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 194 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. Historically, approximately 21 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 64 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Orchards. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Orchards climate page with graphs.

 

Orchards, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 194 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 64 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (8 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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