December weather forecast
Emigrant Gap, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Emigrant Gap, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In Emigrant Gap, California, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Emigrant Gap, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Emigrant Gap, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.9 days and collects up to 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Emigrant Gap, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 21.69" (551mm) of snow. In Emigrant Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 151.57" (3850mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Emigrant Gap?

December, with its average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Emigrant Gap.

How cold is it in Emigrant Gap in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Emigrant Gap, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Emigrant Gap?

In December, the average relative humidity in Emigrant Gap, California, is 72%.

How much does it rain in Emigrant Gap in December?

In December, in Emigrant Gap, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Emigrant Gap?

In Emigrant Gap, California, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Emigrant Gap?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Emigrant Gap, California.

How many hours of daylight does Emigrant Gap have in December?

The average day length in December in Emigrant Gap is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Emigrant Gap?

On the first day of December in Emigrant Gap, California, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Emigrant Gap have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Emigrant Gap is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Emigrant Gap?

The months with the lowest UV index in Emigrant Gap are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Emigrant Gap?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average temperature in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average pressure in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average wind speed in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average humidity in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average rainfall in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average snowfall in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 21.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (37.6").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average UV index in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Emigrant Gap, CA

Average visibility in December - Emigrant Gap, CA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (5mi).

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