Yosemite West weather in December (California, United States of America)
Wondering what the weather is like in Yosemite West during December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
In December, Yosemite West usually has low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 8°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -0°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.
Precipitation
Yosemite West in December usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 179 mm for the month. Experience the peak rainfall in this month, with heavy showers being the norm. A poncho is essential to stay dry and comfortable. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Yosemite West. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Yosemite West climate page with graphs.
Yosemite West, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-0°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
179 mm
Rainy days
11 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Yosemite West.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
