Weather in Sierra Nevada for December 2025
With an average of 2 snowy days, Sierra Nevada usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Sierra Nevada at the beginning of December is 9.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 5.1 °C by the end of December.
With an average of 5 rainy days, Sierra Nevada experiences minimal rainfall in December.
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Sierra Nevada Weather December
Temperatures trend during December in Sierra Nevada
December weather in Sierra Nevada day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Heavy rain at times | 11° /4° | 15.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 11.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Sunny | 8° /2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. |  Partly cloudy | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Sunny | 14° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. |  Overcast | 13° /7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Sunny | 0° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Sunny | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. |  Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-3° | 0.9 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 12 Dec. |  Light freezing rain | 0° /-3° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 4° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Sunny | 4° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Sunny | 7° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. |  Cloudy | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /6° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Overcast | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Sunny | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Sunny | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Sunny | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Sunny | 8° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Sunny | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Sunny | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Sunny | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Light snow showers | 5° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Sierra Nevada in December - FAQ
What to pack to Sierra Nevada in December?
As you prepare for your trip to Sierra Nevada in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Sierra Nevada, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
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December rainfall patterns in Sierra Nevada
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