December weather forecast
La Jolla, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in La Jolla, California, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 63.5°F (17.5°C) at the peak and 51.3°F (10.7°C) at the base.

Humidity

In La Jolla, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In La Jolla, California, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Jolla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.9 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In La Jolla, the average seawater temperature in December is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: The majority of people find swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes more challenging to control.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in La Jolla is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:53 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in La Jolla, California.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in La Jolla?

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a low of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What are the temperatures in La Jolla in December?

La Jolla in December has an average high-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in La Jolla?

In La Jolla, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in La Jolla in December?

In La Jolla, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in La Jolla?

In La Jolla, California, the average seawater temperature in December is 60.4°F (15.8°C). Swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in La Jolla?

The month with the shortest days in La Jolla is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does La Jolla have in December?

In La Jolla, California, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in La Jolla?

On the first day of December in La Jolla, California, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:53 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in La Jolla?

December has the least sunshine of the year in La Jolla, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in La Jolla?

In December, the average sunshine duration in La Jolla, California, is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in La Jolla?

The months with the lowest UV index in La Jolla, California, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in December in La Jolla?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
La Jolla, CA

Average temperature in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
La Jolla, CA

Average pressure in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
La Jolla, CA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
La Jolla, CA

Average humidity in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (57%).

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Average rainfall in December
La Jolla, CA

Average rainfall in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
La Jolla, CA

Average rainfall days in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
La Jolla, CA

Average sea temperature in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 60.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (58.7°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
La Jolla, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h 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: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
La Jolla, CA

Average sunshine days in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
La Jolla, CA

Average UV index in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
La Jolla, CA

Average cloud cover in December - La Jolla, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
La Jolla, CA

Average visibility in December - La Jolla, 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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