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United StatesThe weather in December in Monterey
It's cool to moderate in December in Monterey with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 11°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Monterey. 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 Monterey, 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 28°C in 2020, Monterey reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Monterey is 14°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 168 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in December for Monterey
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Monterey. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Monterey | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 168 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Monterey with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 9°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 Monterey is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°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 Monterey, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Monterey
Temperature in December in Monterey over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Monterey, 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 Monterey
Total precipitation in December in Monterey over the years
Daily UV index in December in Monterey
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Monterey, 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 Monterey by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Monterey. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.