Yosemite Valley (CA)
December
Weather in Yosemite Valley, California for December 2026
Your guide to Yosemite Valley weather in December - trends and predictions
Yosemite Valley typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 7 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Yosemite Valley at the beginning of December is 8.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 4.6 °C by the end of December.
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23
Dry days
1
Rainy days
7
Snow days
7°/1°
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13 km/h
Avg max wind
53 %
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Yosemite Valley Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Yosemite Valley
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December weather in Yosemite Valley day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Sunny | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Cloudy | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Sunny | 8° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Overcast | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Sunny | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Overcast | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Cloudy | 10° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Cloudy | 11° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Sunny | 11° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Overcast | 11° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Moderate snow | 7° /1° | 12.2 mm | 8.8 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Moderate snow | 6° /0° | 16.6 mm | 8.9 cm | |
| Dec. 15 |  Partly cloudy | 9° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Sunny | 9° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.9 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Dec. 18 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 9° /4° | 9.6 mm | 6.8 cm | |
| Dec. 19 |  Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | 7° /3° | 14.4 mm | 9.6 cm | |
| Dec. 20 |  Light snow | 5° /2° | 9 mm | 3.8 cm | |
| Dec. 21 |  Patchy moderate snow | 5° /2° | 62 mm | 43.1 cm | |
| Dec. 22 |  Heavy rain | 4° /0° | 38.5 mm | 26.5 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Overcast | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 |  Heavy snow | 4° /-2° | 91.4 mm | 50.8 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Heavy rain | 4° /-3° | 71.4 mm | 11.1 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Moderate snow | 3° /-1° | 56 mm | 9.2 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Heavy rain | 3° /-3° | 26 mm | 18.8 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 29 |  Moderate rain | 7° /-1° | 10.3 mm | 7.5 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | 4° /-3° | 8.1 mm | 5.8 cm | |
| Dec. 31 |  Light rain | 5° /0° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Yosemite Valley in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Yosemite Valley forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Yosemite Valley in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Yosemite Valley during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Yosemite Valley during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 432.3 mm is expected in Yosemite Valley during December, occurring over more than 1 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Yosemite Valley in December 2026?
Yosemite Valley experiences an average snowfall of 212.3 cm during December, occurring over 7 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Yosemite Valley during December?
The average wind speed in Yosemite Valley during December is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Yosemite Valley snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Yosemite Valley sees 7 snowy days during December, with approximately 212.3 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Yosemite Valley
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Typically, Yosemite Valley has 1 rainy days in December with a total of 432.3 mm of rainfall.
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