December weather forecast
San Rafael, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in San Rafael, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

December is the month when San Rafael sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in San Rafael is 73%.

Rainfall

In San Rafael, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48 rainfall days, and 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:01 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

San Rafael notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a average high of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.4°F (13°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In San Rafael, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does San Rafael have in December?

In San Rafael, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:01 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

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

In San Rafael, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (45.3°F).

Average pressure in December
San Rafael, CA

Average pressure in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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 Rafael, CA

Average wind speed in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
San Rafael, CA

Average humidity in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
San Rafael, CA

Average rainfall in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
San Rafael, CA

Average rainfall days in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (1.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - San Rafael, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
San Rafael, CA

Average sunshine days in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.7 days).

Average UV index in December
San Rafael, CA

Average UV index in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
San Rafael, CA

Average cloud cover in December - San Rafael, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
San Rafael, CA

Average visibility in December - San Rafael, 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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