December weather forecast
Fresno, CA

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Weather in December

The final month of the year, December, showcases a full transition into winter. With December experiencing the highest rainfall throughout the year at 1.57 in, the city is subjected to the seasonal elements. Concomitantly, the ambient high temperatures drop further, reinforcing the onset of the cold winter season. Reduced hours of sunlight, coupled with increased cloud cover, create a rather somber atmosphere, typical of winter months. Reflecting on these parameters, it is clear that December's weather marks the zenith of winter with its lower temperatures and heightened precipitation.

Temperature

December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Fresno, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 59.3 rainfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Fresno, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Fresno experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fresno?

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fresno, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Fresno is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fresno, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fresno have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November 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 Fresno, California, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fresno, CA

Average temperature in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Fresno, CA

Average pressure in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fresno, CA

Average wind speed in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fresno, CA

Average humidity in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (28%).

Average rainfall in December
Fresno, CA

Average rainfall in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Fresno, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fresno, 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: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fresno, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Fresno, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Fresno, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Fresno, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Fresno, CA

Average visibility in December - Fresno, 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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