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San Jose Weather in December

December in San Jose brings moderate temperatures around 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.

Rainfall in San Jose in December

Being the wettest month, having an umbrella on standby can help you avoid getting caught in the rain. This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 63 mm (2.5 in). The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in San Jose in December

In December, expect moderate temperatures in San Jose, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. This period often claims the chilliest monthly averages of the year.

Sunshine in San Jose in December

The city usually sees around 160 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit San Jose. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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San Jose Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 160 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (53 KM, 32 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in San Jose in December

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in San Jose in December

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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