December weather forecast
Nevada, USA

December in Nevada heralds the arrival of winter, with temperatures falling significantly and the northern regions experiencing colder conditions. The contrast between the north and south continues, but the overall trend is towards winter weather across the state.

In the southern parts, such as Las Vegas, daytime highs are typically around 58°F (14.4°C), with nighttime lows of 38°F (3.3°C). In contrast, the northern regions face more frigid temperatures, with highs averaging 40°F (4.4°C) and lows descending to 15°F (-9.4°C). The gap between the north and south remains, but the entire state feels the effects of winter's arrival.

Snowfall becomes more common in the northern areas, particularly in the mountainous regions. Rainfall is still scarce, and the state's overall aridity persists, but the presence of snow adds diversity to Nevada's weather patterns.

Comparing December to November, the decline in temperature is noticeable, especially in the northern parts. The southern regions also cool down, but the change is more moderate. As December progresses, the winter conditions become more entrenched, and the colder weather dominates the state.

December's weather in Nevada is marked by the onset of winter, with cooling temperatures and the appearance of snow in the north. The southern areas remain milder but still experience a significant seasonal shift. Nevada's characteristic dryness continues, but the climate becomes more varied, with the influence of winter felt throughout the state. The shift from autumn to winter is complete, and December's weather encapsulates the seasonal change, reflecting both the cooling trend and the persistence of arid conditions.

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• Las Vegas - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Las Vegas is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight. The month with the lowest UV index in Las Vegas is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
• Henderson - December »
  December proves to be the coldest month in Henderson, recording an average maximum temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C). Coupled with limited daylight hours and increased humidity, December's weather maintains a consistent, chilly mood throughout Henderson, setting the stage for a peaceful and frosty end to the year.
• Reno - December »
  In Reno, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated. The coldest month in Reno, Nevada, is December, with an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).
• North Las Vegas - December »
  December, noted for its average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C), is considered the coldest month in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The month with the shortest days in North Las Vegas is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
• Boulder City - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Boulder City is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight. December, with its average high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Boulder City.
• Fallon - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Fallon, Nevada, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight. The month with the shortest days in Fallon is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
• Yerington - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Yerington is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight. In Yerington, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Carlin - December »
  The month with the most snowfall in Carlin is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. December is the coldest month of the year in Carlin registering average temperatures as high as 32.7°F (0.4°C) and as low as 18.5°F (-7.5°C).
• Lovelock - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Lovelock are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. The months with the least sunshine in Lovelock are January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.
• Wells - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Wells is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Wells is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.
• Virginia City - December »
  December is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Virginia City with averages ranging from a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The month with the shortest days in Virginia City is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
• Fernley - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Fernley, Nevada, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. In Fernley, Nevada, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.