Yosemite National Park (CA)
December
Weather in Yosemite National Park, California for December 2026
Your guide to Yosemite National Park weather in December - trends and predictions
The climate of Yosemite National Park in December is quite snowy, averaging 14 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Yosemite National Park at the beginning of December is 8 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 3.3 °C by the end of December.
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16
Dry days
1
Rainy days
14
Snow days
6°/-1°
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15 km/h
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55 %
Avg humidity
Yosemite National Park Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Yosemite National Park
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December weather in Yosemite National Park day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 | Cloudy | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 | Sunny | 9° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Cloudy | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Sunny | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Overcast | 9° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Sunny | 9° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Cloudy | 8° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Sunny | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Sunny | 11° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Partly cloudy | 11° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Heavy snow | 6° /0° | 23.2 mm | 12.1 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Moderate snow | 5° /-2° | 1.6 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Heavy snow | 5° /-3° | 40.8 mm | 11.8 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Partly cloudy | 7° /-2° | 0.9 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Cloudy | 6° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 4 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Cloudy | 8° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 8.4 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Partly cloudy | 5° /1° | 21.8 mm | 10.6 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | 3° /1° | 116.3 mm | 84 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /0° | 91.9 mm | 65.7 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-5° | 127.6 mm | 50.7 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-6° | 86.3 mm | 15.7 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-5° | 90.2 mm | 10.4 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Heavy snow | 1° /-8° | 41.4 mm | 29.9 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Mist | 4° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /-4° | 22.9 mm | 16.5 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 6° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Yosemite National Park 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 National Park forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Yosemite National Park in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Yosemite National Park during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Yosemite National Park during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 678.5 mm is expected in Yosemite National Park during December, occurring over more than 1 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Yosemite National Park in December 2026?
Yosemite National Park experiences an average snowfall of 315.245 cm during December, occurring over 14 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Yosemite National Park during December?
The average wind speed in Yosemite National Park during December is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Yosemite National Park snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Yosemite National Park sees 14 snowy days during December, with approximately 315.2 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Yosemite National Park
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Typically, Yosemite National Park has 1 rainy days in December with a total of 678.5 mm of rainfall.
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