December weather forecast
Rio Vista, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Rio Vista, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average high of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 55°F (12.8°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C) respectively, December is Rio Vista's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In Rio Vista, California, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.7 rainfall days, and 11.18" (284mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.9h 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 medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Rio Vista?

In Rio Vista, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 55°F (12.8°C) and reaching a low of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the temperature in December?

In Rio Vista, in December, the average high-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rio Vista, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rio Vista, California, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Rio Vista have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 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 Rio Vista have in December?

In Rio Vista, 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Rio Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average temperature in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average pressure in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average wind speed in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average humidity in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average rainfall in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0").

Average rainfall days in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rio Vista, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average UV index in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Rio Vista, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in December
Rio Vista, CA

Average visibility in December - Rio Vista, 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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