December weather forecast
Ridgecrest, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Ridgecrest, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ridgecrest is December, when the rain falls for 2.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgecrest, snow does not fall in January through October and December.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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?

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ridgecrest, records 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ridgecrest?

January through October and December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In December, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgecrest have in December?

In Ridgecrest, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Ridgecrest are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average temperature in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average pressure in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average wind speed in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average humidity in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (20%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (4.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average snowfall in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, November and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (23.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Ridgecrest, CA

Average visibility in December - Ridgecrest, 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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