Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
During the coldest month, December, temperatures average a high of 35.8°F and a low of 21°F.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in South Lake Tahoe is 76%.Rainfall
In South Lake Tahoe, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 3.43" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Lake Tahoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67.1 days and collects up to 23.39" of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In South Lake Tahoe, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 22.09" of snow is typically accumulated. In South Lake Tahoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 76 days and aggregates up to 113.98" of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in South Lake Tahoe, California, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in South Lake Tahoe are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in South Lake Tahoe are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the coldest month in South Lake Tahoe?
How cold is December in South Lake Tahoe?
What is the average humidity in December in South Lake Tahoe?
How many days does it rain in December in South Lake Tahoe?
How much does it snow in South Lake Tahoe in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in South Lake Tahoe?
What is the average length of the day in December in South Lake Tahoe?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Lake Tahoe?
What is the month with the least sunshine in South Lake Tahoe?
How many hours of sunshine does South Lake Tahoe have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Lake Tahoe?
What is the UV index reading in December in South Lake Tahoe?
Average temperature in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).
Average pressure in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.28").
Average rainfall days in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average snowfall in December: 22.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (27.24").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.3 days).
Average UV index in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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