United StatesAverage weather for Death Valley National Park in December
It's cool to moderate in December in Death Valley National Park with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 7°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Death Valley National Park with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 6°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 15°C, with nights around 4°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Death Valley National Park is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
In December, there is an average of 2,8 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Death Valley National Park in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
15°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
17°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
12°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
2,8 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,1 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Death Valley National Park?
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Death Valley National Park. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2023, Death Valley National Park reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Death Valley National Park, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in December in Death Valley National Park
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Daily Precipitation in December in Death Valley National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Death Valley National Park, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Death Valley National Park.
Daily Snowfall in December in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Death Valley National Park, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Death Valley National Park, 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.
Temperature in December in Death Valley National Park over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Death Valley National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Death Valley National Park over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Death Valley National Park, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Death Valley National Park per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Death Valley National Park, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Death Valley National Park
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Weather experiences in December in Death Valley National Park
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Average weather in Death Valley National Park by month
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