Big Bear Lake weather in December (California, United States of America)

How is the weather in Big Bear Lake in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Big Bear Lake generally has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 9°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -6°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Big Bear Lake in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 136 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. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

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

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

 

Big Bear Lake, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 136 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

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 Big Bear Lake 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.

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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