December weather forecast
Oakland, CA

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Oakland, California, with a shift toward cooler days. Relative humidity, sea temperatures, and daylight duration exhibit a drop in their monthly averages. The number of sunshine hours decreases, indicating the advancement of the winter season. Propelling the wintry ambiance is the increased rainfall of 0.51" (13mm) over nearly seven days. Following December, Oakland steps into a new year, commencing yet another cycle of diverse weather patterns.

Temperature

The coldest period in Oakland is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Oakland, in December, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44 days and collects up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 54.5°F (12.5°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oakland.
On the first day of December in Oakland, 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.

Sunshine

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

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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Oakland?

The coldest period in Oakland, California, is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What are the temperatures in Oakland in December?

During December, Oakland experiences an average high-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakland?

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oakland?

In December, in Oakland, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Oakland?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Oakland, California, 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 Oakland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oakland?

On the first day of December in Oakland, 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 Oakland?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Oakland, California, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oakland?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Oakland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oakland, California, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakland, CA

Average temperature in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°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 (45.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oakland, CA

Average pressure in December - Oakland, 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
Oakland, CA

Average wind speed in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oakland, CA

Average humidity in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oakland, CA

Average rainfall in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oakland, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (0.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Oakland, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Oakland, 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
Oakland, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakland, 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: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oakland, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakland, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oakland, CA

Average UV index in December - Oakland, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oakland, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakland, 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 12).

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Average visibility in December
Oakland, CA

Average visibility in December - Oakland, 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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