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

Curious about the December weather in Santa Maria? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Santa Maria typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 5°C. This period usually represents the year's more moderate temperatures, but it's far from being chilly.

Santa Maria in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Maria. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Santa Maria, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Santa Maria, 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
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Santa Maria.

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