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Desert Hot Springs weather in December (California, United States of America)

How is the weather in Desert Hot Springs in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Desert Hot Springs, December is characterized by moderate temperatures and low rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°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. This period usually represents the year's more moderate temperatures, but it's far from being chilly.

Desert Hot Springs in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Desert Hot Springs. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Desert Hot Springs, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 29 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
* Data from: Palm Springs, the United States of America (14 KM, 9 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 Desert Hot Springs in December?

For visitors traveling to Desert Hot Springs, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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