December weather forecast
Burlingame, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burlingame, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Burlingame experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a low of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In Burlingame, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Burlingame, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.5 days and collects up to 12.8" (325mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).
Note: Diving into 54.5°F (12.5°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Burlingame. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Burlingame, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a low of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Burlingame, is 55.6°F (13.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burlingame?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Burlingame, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in December?

In Burlingame, in December, the average water temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Burlingame, California, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Burlingame, CA

Average temperature in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (70.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Burlingame, CA

Average pressure in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burlingame, CA

Average wind speed in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Burlingame, CA

Average humidity in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Burlingame, CA

Average rainfall in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Burlingame, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (2.4 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Burlingame, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 54.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Burlingame, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burlingame, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burlingame, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Burlingame, CA

Average UV index in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Burlingame, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Burlingame, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Burlingame, CA

Average visibility in December - Burlingame, 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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