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

Thinking of visiting Occidental in December? Check the weather first! Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In December, Occidental usually has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. December marks the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 14°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C. This time of year is known for its most moderate and comfortable temperatures.

Precipitation

Occidental in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 230 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

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

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

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

 

Occidental, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 230 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 160 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

Data from: Healdsburg, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

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.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

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