December weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Santa Monica, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.9°F (17.7°C) and min 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and an average low temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Santa Monica is 55%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Santa Monica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.8 days and collects up to 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm PST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during December leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest time of the year is December, with temperatures averaging a high of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and a low of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Santa Monica, the average high-temperature is 63.9°F (17.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Santa Monica, California, is 55%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Santa Monica, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Santa Monica?

January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

How cold is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 59°F (15°C). For most, swimming in 59°F (15°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?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Monica have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Monica have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in December: 59°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santa Monica, 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: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in December - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

Average cloud cover in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Santa Monica, 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).

Average visibility in December
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in December - Santa Monica, 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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