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San Jose weather in December

Long-run climate averages for San Jose, CA in December, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

December at a glance

In December, San Jose averages 61°F by day and 46°F at night. The wettest month is usually January.

December in San Jose averages a daytime high of 61°F and an overnight low of 46°F, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year San Jose sees roughly 28 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live San Jose forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

San Jose weather by month

what to expect in San Jose through the year

Here is San Jose's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to San Jose by season.

Jan
59°
45°
Mild
Wettest
Feb
59°
42°
Mild
Mar
60°
45°
Mild
Apr
68°
47°
Mild
May
74°
52°
Warm
Jun
81°
56°
Warm
Jul
87°
60°
Hot
Aug
85°
60°
Hot
Sep
82°
58°
Warm
Oct
81°
57°
Warm
Nov
66°
47°
Mild
Dec
61°
46°
Mild

Common questions

How warm is San Jose in December?
San Jose averages a daytime high of 61°F in December, with overnight lows around 46°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is December a good time to visit San Jose?
The most comfortable time to visit San Jose is usually March, April, May and November, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest January rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in San Jose in December?
The wettest month in San Jose is usually January. Across the year the city sees roughly 28 inches of precipitation.

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