December weather forecast
Swansea, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Swansea, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

In Swansea, the month of December is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:46 pm PST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 47%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Swansea, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Swansea have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:46 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Swansea?

January, February and December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Swansea.

How many hours of sunshine does Swansea have in December?

In Swansea, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Swansea, CA

Average temperature in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Swansea, CA

Average pressure in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Swansea, CA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April, May and June (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Swansea, CA

Average humidity in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (19%).

Average rainfall in December
Swansea, CA

Average rainfall in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.67").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Swansea, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Swansea, CA

Average snowfall in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Swansea, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Swansea, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20 days).

Average UV index in December
Swansea, CA

Average UV index in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Swansea, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Swansea, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Swansea, CA

Average visibility in December - Swansea, 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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