December weather forecast
Paynes Creek, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Paynes Creek, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.3°F (11.3°C) and min 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Paynes Creek, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Paynes Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.3 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in December, Paynes Creek aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Paynes Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

December, with its average high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Paynes Creek in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Paynes Creek, records 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in June is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Paynes Creek is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

December is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in December, Paynes Creek aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Paynes Creek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average temperature in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (38.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average pressure in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average wind speed in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average humidity in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average rainfall in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average snowfall in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Paynes Creek, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average UV index in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Paynes Creek, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Paynes Creek, CA

Average visibility in December - Paynes Creek, 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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