United StatesThe weather in December in Santa Barbara
It's pleasantly warm in December in Santa Barbara with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 9°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Santa Barbara. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much 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 Santa Barbara, 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 27°C in 2020, Santa Barbara reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Barbara is 16°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 82 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Santa Barbara
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Barbara. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Santa Barbara | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 82 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santa Barbara with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 19°C, with nights around 7°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 Santa Barbara is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°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 Santa Barbara, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Santa Barbara
Temperature in December in Santa Barbara over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara
Total precipitation in December in Santa Barbara over the years
Daily UV index in December in Santa Barbara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Barbara. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.