December is a slightly cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Encinitas. December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Encinitas for any length of time. Consider visiting Encinitas in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
The average maximum temperature in Encinitas in December is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 21° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average temperature in Encinitas in December is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 16° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Encinitas in December is 9°. The minimum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Encinitas in December are 10 and there are 7.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Encinitas in December is typically 3.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Encinitas in December is 19.1° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Encinitas in December is 5.5cm and on average there are 10.8 rainy days in December making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Encinitas in December is 9° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 11° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Encinitas in December is typically 82%. The maximum relative humidity is 80.1% in the previous month and 77.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Encinitas in December is typically 64.8%. The average relative humidity is 63% in the previous month and 60.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Encinitas in December is typically 15kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Encinitas in December is typically 6kmh. The average wind speed is 5kmh in the previous month and 6kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Encinitas in December is from the East.
