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

How is December weather typically in Placerville? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Placerville generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 12°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C. The city often sees its mildest temperatures during December.

Precipitation

Placerville in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 166 mm for the month. Known for its peak rainfall, this month often has intense showers. It's wise to carry a poncho to protect yourself from the rain. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 141 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

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

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

 

Placerville, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 166 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 141 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
Data from: Sacramento, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 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.

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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
Outdoor sports
5/10

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