December weather forecast
Sierra City, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sierra City, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Sierra City's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) to a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sierra City, California, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.1 rainfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 22.52" (572mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December is the month when Sierra City experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in December?

Sierra City in December has an average high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sierra City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sierra City, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 22.52" (572mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 22.52" (572mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sierra City, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sierra City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Sierra City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Sierra City, CA

Average temperature in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sierra City, CA

Average pressure in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sierra City, CA

Average wind speed in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sierra City, CA

Average humidity in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 22.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (22.52").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sierra City, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sierra City, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sierra City, CA

Average UV index in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sierra City, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Sierra City, CA

Average visibility in December - Sierra City, CA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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