United StatesThe weather in December in Los Angeles
It's pleasantly warm in December in Los Angeles with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Los Angeles. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Los Angeles, 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 29°C in 2017, Los Angeles reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 112 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Los Angeles
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Los Angeles. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Los Angeles | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 112 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Los Angeles with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 10°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 Los Angeles is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°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 4 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 Los Angeles, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Los Angeles
Temperature in December in Los Angeles over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles
Total precipitation in December in Los Angeles over the years
Daily UV index in December in Los Angeles
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Los Angeles. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.