December weather forecast
Tahoe City, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tahoe City, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively, December is Tahoe City's coldest month.

Humidity

In Tahoe City, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tahoe City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 62.8 days and collects up to 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tahoe City are January through June, September through December. In Tahoe City, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow. In Tahoe City, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.2 days and aggregates up to 112.83" (2866mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tahoe City is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Tahoe City, California, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tahoe City are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Tahoe City?

Tahoe City, California, experiences its average lowest temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a minimum of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

How cold is December in Tahoe City?

In Tahoe City, 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Tahoe City?

In Tahoe City, California, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Tahoe City in December?

In Tahoe City, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Tahoe City in December?

In Tahoe City, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 22.44" (570mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tahoe City?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tahoe City, California.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tahoe City?

In December, the average day length in Tahoe City is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tahoe City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tahoe City, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:48 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tahoe City?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Tahoe City, California, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tahoe City?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tahoe City is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tahoe City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Tahoe City, California, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tahoe City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tahoe City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average temperature in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average pressure in December - Tahoe City, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Tahoe City, CA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average humidity in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average rainfall in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average snowfall in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average snowfall in December: 22.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (25.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tahoe City, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average UV index in December - Tahoe City, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Tahoe City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in December
Tahoe City, CA

Average visibility in December - Tahoe City, 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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