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

Curious about the December weather in Idyllwild? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Idyllwild typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 11°C. But by evening, they drop to around -1°C. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Idyllwild in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 135 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 9 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Idyllwild. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Idyllwild, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 135 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
* Data from: Palm Springs, the United States of America (19 KM, 12 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 Idyllwild 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. 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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Barbeque
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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