December weather forecast
Hayward, CA

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The landscape of the famed Verdant Hills in Hayward, California
The landscape of the famed Verdant Hills in Hayward, California

Weather in December

December in Hayward is synonymous with cool weather, increased rainfall, and heightened humidity. With the pressure peaking this month, temperatures hit their annual lowest, and daylight hours are at their scanty best. The increased rainfall furthers the cloudy conditions, reducing visibility. Wind pressure in December clocks in an average of 30.11" (765mm), the highest for the year. Despite the drop in wind speeds, the increased rainfall and cloudy conditions forecast a cold and wet end to the year.

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Hayward, California, with averages ranging from a high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a low of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hayward, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Hayward?

December tends to be the coldest month in Hayward, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

What is the temperature in December in Hayward?

During December, Hayward experiences an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hayward?

In Hayward, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How much does it rain in Hayward in December?

In Hayward, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hayward?

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

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

The average day length in December in Hayward, California, is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hayward?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:00 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hayward?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Hayward?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hayward, California, is 5.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hayward?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hayward, CA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (43.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hayward, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"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
Hayward, CA

Average wind speed in December - Hayward, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hayward, CA

Average humidity in December - Hayward, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hayward, CA

Average rainfall in December - Hayward, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hayward, CA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hayward, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hayward, CA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hayward, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hayward, CA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in December
Hayward, CA

Average visibility in December - Hayward, 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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