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Lee Vining weather in December (California, United States of America)

Is Lee Vining a good destination in December, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Lee Vining includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December marks the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 5°C. But by evening, they drop to around -7°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Lee Vining in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. You can typically expect 8 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lee Vining. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lee Vining, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 59 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 and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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