December weather forecast
Rice, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rice, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

In Rice, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 39.4 days and collects up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:40 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Rice?

December stands out as Rice's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What is the usual temperature for Rice in December?

In December, in Rice, the average high-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Rice?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 39%.

How much does it rain in Rice in December?

In Rice, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rice have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:40 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rice have in December?

In Rice, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rice is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rice, CA

Average temperature in December - Rice, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (104.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (85.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (47.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Rice, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rice, CA

Average wind speed in December - Rice, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Rice, CA

Average humidity in December - Rice, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 39%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (39%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (15%).

Average rainfall in December
Rice, CA

Average rainfall in December - Rice, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.59").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Rice, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Rice, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rice, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rice, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Rice, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Rice, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Rice, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Rice, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Rice, CA

Average visibility in December - Rice, 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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