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United StatesThe weather in December in Joshua Tree
It's cool to moderate in December in Joshua Tree with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 8°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Joshua Tree. 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 Joshua Tree, 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 26°C in 2021, Joshua Tree reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 51 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,3 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in December for Joshua Tree
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Joshua Tree. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Joshua Tree | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 51 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,3 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Joshua Tree with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 5°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Joshua Tree is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 5°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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 Joshua Tree, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Joshua Tree
Temperature in December in Joshua Tree over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Joshua Tree, 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 Joshua Tree
Total precipitation in December in Joshua Tree over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Joshua Tree
Snowfall in December in Joshua Tree per year
Daily UV index in December in Joshua Tree
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Joshua Tree, 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 Joshua Tree by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Joshua Tree. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.