December weather forecast
Oakland, CA

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Oakland, California, with a shift toward cooler days. Relative humidity, sea temperatures, and daylight duration exhibit a drop in their monthly averages. The number of sunshine hours decreases, indicating the advancement of the winter season. Propelling the wintry ambiance is the increased rainfall of 0.51" (13mm) over nearly seven days. Following December, Oakland steps into a new year, commencing yet another cycle of diverse weather patterns.

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is December, with temperatures averaging a high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakland, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44 rainfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Oakland, in December, the average water temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).
Note: Navigating the 54.5°F (12.5°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
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 5.9h 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 55.8°F (13.2°C) at the peak and 45.9°F (7.7°C) at the base.

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Oakland, the average seawater temperature in December is 54.5°F (12.5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / 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?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in December?

In Oakland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What is the month with 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 Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oakland, CA

Average temperature in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakland, CA

Average pressure in December - Oakland, 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
Oakland, CA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakland, CA

Average humidity in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakland, CA

Average rainfall in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakland, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (0.8 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Oakland, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 54.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakland, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakland, CA

Average UV index in December - Oakland, 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
Oakland, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Oakland, CA

Average visibility in December - Oakland, 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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