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December Rainfall Precipitation in California

California is a region in the United States of America. In December precipitation ranges from low in Furnace Creek with 8.8 mm of rainfall to heavy in Crescent City with 351 mm of rainfall. It is the wettest month of the year.

Where and how much does it rain in California in December?

Find the average total precipitation in December for the most popular destinations in California on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Heavy rainfall has been defined as more than 160 mm precipitation. High: 90 mm to 160 mm. Moderate: 30 mm to 90 mm. Low: 5 mm to 30 mm.

  • How much rainfall does California receive in December?
  • In December, Los Angeles typically experiences moderate rainfall, averaging about 61 mm. This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Los Angeles.

  • What is the wettest city in December in California?
  • Based on our records, Crescent City is the location with the highest average precipitation, receiving about 351 mm.

  • What is the driest city in December in California?
  • Based on our records, Furnace Creek registers the lowest average precipitation, with only 8.8 mm.

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