Average weather for Bakersfield in December
It's cool to moderate in December in Bakersfield with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 8°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Bakersfield with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 7°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 19°C, with nights around 5°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Bakersfield is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In December, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 2 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,6 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Bakersfield in December |
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18°C | 9°C | |
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22°C | 12°C | |
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13°C | -5°C | |
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15 mm | 133 mm | |
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2 days | 17 days | |
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2,6 cm | 9,7 cm | |
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1 day | 3 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Bakersfield?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Bakersfield. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Bakersfield runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2020, Bakersfield 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 -14°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Bakersfield
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Bakersfield, 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 2 days of precipitation in Bakersfield.
Daily Snowfall in December in Bakersfield
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Bakersfield, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in Bakersfield
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Bakersfield, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Bakersfield over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Bakersfield, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Bakersfield per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Bakersfield, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Bakersfield
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bakersfield. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Bakersfield by month
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