December weather forecast
Cartago, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Cartago, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Cartago, California, records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Cartago?

December is Cartago's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and lows of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cartago, records 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Cartago?

With an average relative humidity of 47%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 47%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cartago, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cartago, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cartago have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Cartago?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cartago, CA

Average temperature in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cartago, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cartago, CA

Average wind speed in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April, May and June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cartago, CA

Average humidity in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (19%).

Average rainfall in December
Cartago, CA

Average rainfall in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.67").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Cartago, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cartago, CA

Average snowfall in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cartago, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cartago, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20 days).

Average UV index in December
Cartago, CA

Average UV index in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cartago, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Cartago, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Cartago, CA

Average visibility in December - Cartago, 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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