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Occidental Weather in December

December in Occidental typically sees daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). As the wettest month of the year, expect more rainfall than other months. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Occidental in December

This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. You can expect rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 230 mm (9.1 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Occidental in December

Occidental in December gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. December marks the winter season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. This period often claims the chilliest monthly averages of the year.

Sunshine in Occidental in December

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 160 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

December in Occidental has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

Occidental Temperature in December

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
230 mm (9.1 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
160 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
55% *
* Data from: Healdsburg, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 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 Occidental in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Occidental in December

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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