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Kalifornien Weather in December

December in Kalifornien brings low temperatures around 6°C (43°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Kalifornien in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain, with 79 mm (3.1 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Kalifornien in December

December in Kalifornien sees highs of 6°C (43°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. The winter season is characteristic of December. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Kalifornien in December

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 35 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kalifornien. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Kalifornien Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
87% *
Sunshine
35 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Kiel, Germany (19 KM, 11 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Kalifornien in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Kalifornien in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Kalifornien in December

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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