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Bakersfield weather in December (California, United States of America)

What does the weather outlook for Bakersfield look like in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

During December, Bakersfield usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 15°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 3°C. With the most moderate temperatures of the year, December offers a break from extremes.

Precipitation

Bakersfield in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With about 153 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February, March, April, May, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bakersfield, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 34 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
SunshineSunshine 153 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 51%  

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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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