December weather forecast
San Jose, CA

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A sunset panorama of the lit city of San Jose, California
A sunset panorama of the lit city of San Jose, California

Weather in December

December is the city's entry into the winter season, with a clear drop in temperature and a moderate increase in rainfall. The month experiences an average of 7.6 rainfall days, making it one of the rainier times of the year. Along with the decreased temperatures, the daylight hours also shorten to the annual minimum of 9.6 hours daily. Even though the holiday season may bring warmth to the spirit, San Jose's December weather definitely rings in a chillier phase.

Temperature

In San Jose, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in San Jose is 71%.

Rainfall

In San Jose, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.5 rainfall days, and 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in San Jose. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest month is December, with an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in San Jose, is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In San Jose, California, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In San Jose, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does San Jose have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

When is 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
San Jose, CA

Average temperature in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43°F).

Average pressure in December
San Jose, CA

Average pressure in December - San Jose, 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
San Jose, CA

Average wind speed in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
San Jose, CA

Average humidity in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
San Jose, CA

Average rainfall in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
San Jose, CA

Average rainfall days in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
San Jose, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - San Jose, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
San Jose, CA

Average sunshine days in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.5 days).

Average UV index in December
San Jose, CA

Average UV index in December - San Jose, 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
San Jose, CA

Average cloud cover in December - San Jose, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
San Jose, CA

Average visibility in December - San Jose, 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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