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United StatesThe weather in December in Bakersfield
It's cool to moderate in December in Bakersfield with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Bakersfield. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Bakersfield, California. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2023, Bakersfield reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 68 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Bakersfield
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bakersfield. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Bakersfield | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 15°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 68 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Bakersfield with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 16°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Bakersfield is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Bakersfield, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Bakersfield
Temperature in December in Bakersfield over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Bakersfield, California. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Bakersfield
Total precipitation in December in Bakersfield over the years
Daily UV index in December in Bakersfield
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Bakersfield, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Bakersfield by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bakersfield. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.