December weather forecast
Big Bear, CA

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Aa reflection of the colorful sunset sky in the calm lake waters at Big Bear Lake, California
Aa reflection of the colorful sunset sky in the calm lake waters at Big Bear Lake, California

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Big Bear, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.7°F (8.7°C) and min 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). Significant variation from daytime temperatures marks December, with the month recording a nightly average of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Rainfall

In Big Bear, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Big Bear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43.5 days and collects up to 20.04" (509mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Big Bear, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 12.28" (312mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18 snowfall days, and 72.2" (1834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Big Bear experiences an average high-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and a low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Big Bear, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 12.28" (312mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Big Bear, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight

Average temperature in December
Big Bear, CA

Average temperature in December - Big Bear, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average rainfall in December
Big Bear, CA

Average rainfall in December - Big Bear, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Bear, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Big Bear, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Bear, CA

Average snowfall in December - Big Bear, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Bear, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Big Bear, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December
Big Bear, CA

Average daylight in December - Big Bear, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

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