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

Planning a trip to Berkeley in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Berkeley generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C. On average, December has the most moderate temperatures of the year.

Berkeley in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 160 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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 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 Berkeley in December?

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 in December.

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

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