December weather forecast
Caliente, NV

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Weather in December

December in Caliente, Nevada marks the full force of winter with the shortest days and lowest temperatures of the year. A significant drop in temperature to a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) sets December apart from the preceding month, November. A transformation from rain to snow takes place, covering approximately five days across the month. The shortest daylight duration combined with the highest cloud cover gives December its traditional winter characteristics. As we turn into the New Year, January continues this winter trend with comparably low temperatures and frequent snowfall.

Temperature

In Caliente, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 41.5°F (5.3°C) at the peak and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Caliente, there are 75.1 rainfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Caliente, Nevada, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Caliente, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 20.12" (511mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Caliente.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, in Caliente, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Caliente is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Caliente?

Caliente's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and lows of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

How cold does it get in Caliente in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Caliente, records 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Caliente?

The average relative humidity in December in Caliente, Nevada, is 63%.

How many days does it rain in December in Caliente?

In Caliente, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Caliente in December?

In Caliente, Nevada, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Caliente?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Caliente.

How many hours of daylight does Caliente have in December?

In December, the average day length in Caliente is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Caliente?

On the first day of December in Caliente, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:29 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Caliente?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Caliente, Nevada.

How long on average sun shines in December in Caliente?

The average sunshine duration in December in Caliente is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Caliente?

The months with the lowest UV index in Caliente, Nevada, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Caliente?

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

Average temperature in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Caliente, NV

Average pressure in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Caliente, NV

Average wind speed in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, November and December (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Caliente, NV

Average humidity in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (20%).

Average rainfall in December
Caliente, NV

Average rainfall in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Caliente, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Caliente, NV

Average snowfall in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Caliente, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Caliente, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Caliente, NV
  • 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Caliente, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (18.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Caliente, NV

Average UV index in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Caliente, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Caliente, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Caliente, NV

Average visibility in December - Caliente, NV
  • 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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