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

What should you pack for a trip to Berkeley in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In December, Berkeley typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C. Expect the coolest temperatures of the year during December.

Precipitation

Berkeley in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 160 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Berkeley. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Berkeley, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 160 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  
Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 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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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. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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