December weather forecast
Kensington, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kensington, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Kensington, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.2 days and collects up to 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With an average high-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C), December is the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kensington, is 55.4°F (13°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kensington, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 in Kensington?

In Kensington, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

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 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Kensington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kensington, CA

Average temperature in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (43.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Kensington, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kensington, CA

Average wind speed in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Kensington, CA

Average humidity in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Kensington, CA

Average rainfall in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Kensington, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kensington, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Kensington, CA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kensington, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Kensington, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Kensington, CA

Average visibility in December - Kensington, 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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