December weather forecast
Sheep Ranch, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sheep Ranch, California, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Sheep Ranch experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 48°F (8.9°C) and a low of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In Sheep Ranch, California, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheep Ranch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheep Ranch, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 11.06" (281mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sheep Ranch, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 79.92" (2030mm) of snow.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:52 pm PST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

December, known for its average high temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average low temperature of 32°F (0°C), is the coldest month.

What is the temperature in December?

In Sheep Ranch, 48°F (8.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 32°F (0°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sheep Ranch, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.06" (281mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:52 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Sheep Ranch have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Sheep Ranch, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average temperature in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32°F).

Average pressure in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average pressure in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average wind speed in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average humidity in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (36%).

Average rainfall in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average rainfall in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average snowfall in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (21.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheep Ranch, 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: 6h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average UV index in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Sheep Ranch, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Sheep Ranch, CA

Average visibility in December - Sheep Ranch, 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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