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Las Vegas Weather in December

Las Vegas in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows of -7°C (19°F). Around 23 mm (0.9 in) of snow/rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Las Vegas in December

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 5 days, totalling around 23 mm (0.9 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Las Vegas in December

December in Las Vegas brings typical temperatures with highs around 8°C (46°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F). This month falls in the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights are well below freezing at -7°C (19°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Sunshine in Las Vegas in December

There are approximately 221 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

December in Las Vegas can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Las Vegas Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C (19°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 23 mm (0.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santa Fe, the United States of America (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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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 Las Vegas in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Las Vegas 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. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Las Vegas 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
2/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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