December weather forecast
Manhattan Beach, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Manhattan Beach, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.8°F (17.1°C) and min 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

In Manhattan Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.

Rainfall

In Manhattan Beach, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manhattan Beach, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.5 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Manhattan Beach, the average seawater temperature in December is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: For the majority, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 69.8°F (21°C), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the usual temperature for Manhattan Beach in December?

During December, Manhattan Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and a low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Manhattan Beach, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Manhattan Beach, California, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in December?

In Manhattan Beach, in December, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). Swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Manhattan Beach have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:55 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Manhattan Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average temperature in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (52.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average pressure in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average wind speed in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average humidity in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average rainfall in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 60.4°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.3°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average UV index in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average visibility in December - Manhattan Beach, 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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