December weather forecast
Crystal Bay, NV

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Weather in December

December signals the full onset of winter in Crystal Bay. Average snowfall rises dramatically from November, reaching up to 20.47" (520mm), making it ideal for winter sports activities. The temperatures drop further from the previous month, bringing with it a festive, wintry atmosphere. The limited daylight hours of roughly 9.5 hours per day, intensified by snowfall, add to the vibrant holiday season spirit. Despite the cold, December's weather conditions contribute to the magical, snowy winter panorama that Crystal Bay, Nevada is renowned for.

Temperature

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C), is generally the coldest month in Crystal Bay.

Humidity

In Crystal Bay, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Crystal Bay, Nevada, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Crystal Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.9 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Crystal Bay. In Crystal Bay, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow. In Crystal Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.4 days and aggregates up to 93.39" (2372mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Crystal Bay is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Crystal Bay, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Crystal Bay, Nevada, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Crystal Bay?

With average high and low temperatures of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) respectively, December is Crystal Bay's coldest month.

How cold is December in Crystal Bay?

The high-temperature, in December, in Crystal Bay, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crystal Bay?

The average relative humidity in December in Crystal Bay, Nevada, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Crystal Bay?

In Crystal Bay, Nevada, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Crystal Bay in December?

In Crystal Bay, Nevada, in December, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 20.47" (520mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crystal Bay?

December has the shortest days of the year in Crystal Bay, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Crystal Bay have in December?

The average day length in December in Crystal Bay is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Crystal Bay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Crystal Bay, Nevada, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Crystal Bay?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Crystal Bay, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Crystal Bay have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Crystal Bay, Nevada, is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Crystal Bay?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Crystal Bay?

In Crystal Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average temperature in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°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 (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average pressure in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average wind speed in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average humidity in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average rainfall in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average snowfall in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 20.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (20.63").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 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
Crystal Bay, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average UV index in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • 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
Crystal Bay, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in December
Crystal Bay, NV

Average visibility in December - Crystal Bay, NV
  • 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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