December weather forecast
Oceanside, CA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Oceanside, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low of 50.4°F (10.2°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Oceanside, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Oceanside, in December, the average water temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 60.4°F (15.8°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Oceanside, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:52 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Oceanside is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oceanside are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Oceanside?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures in Oceanside, California, reaching 62.4°F (16.9°C) at the peak and 50.4°F (10.2°C) at the low.

What is the usual temperature for Oceanside in December?

Oceanside in December has an average high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oceanside?

In December, the average relative humidity is 63%.

What is the rainiest month in Oceanside?

The month with the most rainfall in Oceanside, California, is December, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Oceanside in December?

In Oceanside, California, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Oceanside?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Oceanside is 60.4°F (15.8°C). For most, swimming in 60.4°F (15.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Oceanside?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oceanside.

How many hours of daylight does Oceanside have in December?

In December, the average day length in Oceanside is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oceanside?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oceanside, California, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:52 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oceanside?

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Oceanside, California.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oceanside?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Oceanside is 6.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Oceanside?

In Oceanside, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oceanside, CA

Average temperature in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oceanside, CA

Average pressure in December - Oceanside, 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
Oceanside, CA

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Oceanside, CA

Average humidity in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oceanside, CA

Average rainfall in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oceanside, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Oceanside, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 60.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (58.7°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oceanside, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oceanside, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oceanside, CA

Average UV index in December - Oceanside, 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
Oceanside, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Oceanside, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Oceanside, CA

Average visibility in December - Oceanside, 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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