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Visiting Big Sur, United States in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 63% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur.

December has total rainfall of 6.8cm (2.7inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 9.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (58°F). December is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Consider visiting Big Sur in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Big Sur in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur.

December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 63% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs. December has total rainfall of 6.8cm (2.7inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 9.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Big Sur in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (58°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Big Sur?

Probably not, December is not a good time for a holiday in Big Sur.

December has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (62°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 63% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs. December has total rainfall of 6.8cm (2.7inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 9.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (58°F). December is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Big Sur warm in December?

No, Big Sur is a little too chilly for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in December is 17°C (62°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (67°) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Big Sur in December is 11°C (53°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Big Sur in December?

The average day light hours per day in Big Sur in December are 9.7. The sunshine percentage is 63% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs.

More about December sunshine.

Temperature in Big Sur in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in December is 17°C (62°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (67°F) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Big Sur in December is 11°C (53°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Big Sur in December is 7°C (44°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Big Sur in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 9.7 per day in Big Sur. The sunshine percentage is 63% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.1hrs.

The ultraviolet index in Big Sur in December is typically 2.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Big Sur in December

The average sea water temperature in Big Sur in December is 14.3°C (57.7°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Rainfall in Big Sur in December

December weather is wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into January. December has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Big Sur in December is 6.8cm (2.7inches) and on average there are 9.9 rainy days in December making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Big Sur in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Big Sur in December is 9°C (49°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 9°C (9°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Big Sur in December is typically 90.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.4% in the previous month and 90.8% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Big Sur in December is typically 74.8%. The average relative humidity is 73.3% in the previous month and 74.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Big Sur in December

The average maximum wind speed in Big Sur in December is typically 22KM/H (13MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 22KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Big Sur in December is typically 8KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 8KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Big Sur in December is from the South.

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