December weather forecast
Paradise, NV

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Weather in December

December experiences the shortest daylight hours and decreased sunshine. The weather takes a cooler turn with temperatures ranging from 38.8°F (3.8°C) to 50.9°F (10.5°C). It offers the least amount of sunshine, only 7 hours on average, making it the darkest month. Despite these factors, the rainfall doesn't veer far off from November, creating an overall damp and chilly climate. The yearly cycle starts anew with the approach of January.

Temperature

Paradise's December weather, with an average high temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

In Paradise, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Paradise, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42.9 days and collects up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Paradise.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Paradise is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:36 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Paradise, December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 50.9°F (10.5°C) at the peak and 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the lowest.

What is the usual temperature for Paradise in December?

Paradise in December has an average high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 46%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Paradise, Nevada, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Paradise have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:36 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Paradise have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paradise, NV

Average temperature in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (98.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Paradise, NV

Average pressure in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paradise, NV

Average wind speed in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Paradise, NV

Average humidity in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (15%).

Average rainfall in December
Paradise, NV

Average rainfall in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Paradise, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paradise, NV

Average snowfall in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paradise, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paradise, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Paradise, NV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Paradise, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Paradise, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Paradise, NV

Average visibility in December - Paradise, 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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