December weather forecast
Tahoe City, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tahoe City, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Tahoe City's December weather, with an average high temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Tahoe City, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Tahoe City, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 62.8 rainfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Tahoe City, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.2 snowfall days, and 112.83" (2866mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is December?

In Tahoe City, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tahoe City?

In Tahoe City, California, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tahoe City, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tahoe City, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 22.44" (570mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average pressure in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average wind speed in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average humidity in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average rainfall in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average snowfall in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 22.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (25.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Tahoe City, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average visibility in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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