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Saint Helens weather in December (Oregon, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Saint Helens in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Saint Helens generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 7°C, while night temperatures can drop to 1°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Saint Helens in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 198 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 22 days of rain.

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Saint Helens. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Saint Helens, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 198 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 64 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Portland, the United States of America (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

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

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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 Saint Helens in December?

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 in December.

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

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