December weather forecast
Stanford, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanford, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

In Stanford, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and a low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Stanford, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 63.3 days and collects up to 9.53" (242mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stanford, California.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Stanford, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Stanford, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Stanford, California. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Stanford?

In Stanford, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and a low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the usual temperature for Stanford in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stanford during December are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Stanford?

In Stanford, California, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How much does it rain in Stanford in December?

In Stanford, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanford?

The month with the shortest days in Stanford is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Stanford?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stanford?

On the first day of December in Stanford, California, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanford?

The month with the least sunshine in Stanford, California, is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stanford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stanford, California, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stanford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stanford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stanford, CA

Average temperature in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (45.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanford, CA

Average pressure in December - Stanford, 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 and September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stanford, CA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanford, CA

Average humidity in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanford, CA

Average rainfall in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanford, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stanford, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanford, 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: 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
Stanford, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanford, CA

Average UV index in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Stanford, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Stanford, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Stanford, CA

Average visibility in December - Stanford, 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).

Stanford, California, USA

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