Average weather for Riverside in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Riverside with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Riverside with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 10°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 8°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 Riverside is around 18°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.
In December, there is an average of 68 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Riverside in December |
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19°C | 9°C | |
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22°C | 12°C | |
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16°C | -5°C | |
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68 mm | 133 mm | |
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4 days | 17 days |
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.
Is December a good time to visit Riverside?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Riverside. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2021, Riverside reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Riverside
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Riverside, 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.
Daily Precipitation in December in Riverside
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Riverside, 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 4 days of precipitation in Riverside.
Daily UV index in December in Riverside
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Riverside, 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 Riverside over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Riverside, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Riverside over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Riverside, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Riverside
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Average weather in Riverside by month
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