December weather forecast
Orland, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Orland, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

December is Orland's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and lows of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Orland, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 rainfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, Orland receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Orland, the average lowest temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the temperature in December?

Orland in December has an average high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Orland?

In Orland, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How much does it rain in Orland in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, Orland receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Orland have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Orland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Orland?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orland, CA

Average temperature in December - Orland, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (98.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Orland, CA

Average pressure in December - Orland, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Orland, CA

Average wind speed in December - Orland, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Orland, CA

Average humidity in December - Orland, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (32%).

Average rainfall in December
Orland, CA

Average rainfall in December - Orland, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Orland, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Orland, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orland, CA

Average snowfall in December - Orland, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.7").
The months with the least snowfall are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orland, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orland, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Orland, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Orland, CA

Average UV index in December - Orland, 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 February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Orland, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Orland, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Orland, CA

Average visibility in December - Orland, 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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