Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C), December stands out as the coldest month.Humidity
January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Benton, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.4 days and collects up to 9.21" (234mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Benton, during December, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 42.72" (1085mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the coldest?
Is December cold?
What is the most humid month?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Benton have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How long on average sun shines in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Benton?
How high is the UV index in December?
Average temperature in December
Benton, CA
- Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Benton, CA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Benton, CA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Benton, CA
- Average humidity in December: 64%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).
Average rainfall in December
Benton, CA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Benton, CA
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Benton, CA
- Average snowfall in December: 7.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Benton, CA
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Benton, CA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Benton, CA
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Benton, CA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Benton, CA
- Average cloud cover in December: 22
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in December
Benton, CA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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