December weather forecast
Tahoe Vista, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tahoe Vista, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Tahoe Vista sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In Tahoe Vista, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tahoe Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.9 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Tahoe Vista, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow. In Tahoe Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.4 days and aggregates up to 93.39" (2372mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Tahoe Vista, California.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tahoe Vista, California, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tahoe Vista, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 20.47" (520mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Tahoe Vista have 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 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tahoe Vista, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tahoe Vista?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average temperature in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°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 (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average pressure in December - Tahoe Vista, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average wind speed in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average humidity in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average snowfall in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 20.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (20.63").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tahoe Vista, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average UV index in December - Tahoe Vista, 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 Vista, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Tahoe Vista, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Tahoe Vista, CA

Average visibility in December - Tahoe Vista, 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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