December weather forecast
Alameda, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Alameda, California, with an average temperature varying between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 55.9°F (13.3°C) at the peak and 45.1°F (7.3°C) at the base.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Alameda, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alameda, there are 67.2 rainfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Alameda, California, in December, the average water temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).
Note: Beware when you're in 54.5°F (12.5°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alameda, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Alameda, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Alameda?

Alameda's December weather reaches an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C), making it the coldest month.

What is the temperature in December in Alameda?

In Alameda, 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Alameda?

In Alameda, California, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alameda?

In Alameda, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Alameda?

In Alameda, California, the average seawater temperature in December is 54.5°F (12.5°C). Swimming in 54.5°F (12.5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alameda?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Alameda?

The average day length in December in Alameda, California, is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alameda?

On the first day of December in Alameda, California, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alameda?

The month with the least sunshine in Alameda is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alameda?

The average sunshine duration in December in Alameda, California, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alameda?

The months with the lowest UV index in Alameda, California, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Alameda?

In Alameda, California, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alameda, CA

Average temperature in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alameda, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Alameda, CA

Average wind speed in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alameda, CA

Average humidity in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alameda, CA

Average rainfall in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alameda, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Alameda, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 54.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alameda, CA
  • 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alameda, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alameda, CA

Average UV index in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alameda, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Alameda, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Alameda, CA

Average visibility in December - Alameda, 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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