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

How's the weather trend in Salinas as December approaches? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of December in Salinas typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 16°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 5°C. The temperatures this month are cooler, yet they stay comfortably warm and enjoyable.

Precipitation

Salinas in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Salinas. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January 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 Salinas climate page with graphs.

 

Salinas, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  

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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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?

For visitors traveling to Salinas, 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.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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