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Rancho Santa Fe weather in December (California, United States of America)

How is the weather in Rancho Santa Fe in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Rancho Santa Fe generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C. Typically, this month presents some of the milder temperatures of the year, yet it remains pleasantly warm.

Rancho Santa Fe in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.

With around 231 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rancho Santa Fe. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Rancho Santa Fe, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 74% *  
* Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather 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 Rancho Santa Fe in December?

For visitors traveling to Rancho Santa Fe, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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