Monthly climate guide
Sacramento weather in December
December in Sacramento is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 15°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 5°C (41°F). The month usually brings about 92 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Rain is above Sacramento's usual level, by about 89%.
- Just 140 km apart, but Sacramento runs about 11°C warmer than South Lake Tahoe this month.
- Seasonally, December counts as early winter in Sacramento.
December is typically Sacramento's coolest month.
Avg high
15°C
58°F
Avg low
5°C
41°F
Rainfall
92 mm
wet
Humidity
69%
relative
Sky
53%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Sacramento weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 58°F | 6°C / 42°F | 99 mm | 74% | 58% |
| February | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 42°F | 98 mm | 73% | 47% |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 44°F | 114 mm | 76% | 53% |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 8°C / 47°F | 51 mm | 71% | 41% |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 11°C / 51°F | 23 mm | 62% | 32% |
| June | 33°C / 91°F | 14°C / 57°F | 7 mm | 49% | 18% |
| July | 37°C / 98°F | 16°C / 61°F | 0 mm | 40% | 12% |
| August | 36°C / 97°F | 16°C / 61°F | 0 mm | 42% | 15% |
| September | 33°C / 92°F | 15°C / 60°F | 5 mm | 43% | 19% |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 13°C / 55°F | 29 mm | 45% | 29% |
| November | 19°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 65 mm | 58% | 46% |
| December | 15°C / 58°F | 5°C / 41°F | 92 mm | 69% | 53% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Sacramento?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Sacramento →Other United States cities in December
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Sacramento in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Sacramento?
December is one of the wetter months in Sacramento, with about 92 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Sacramento in December?
Average highs are about 15°C (58°F) and average lows about 5°C (41°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Sacramento in December?
Sacramento typically gets around 92 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Sacramento (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.