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Typical December weather
South Lake Tahoe
California · December
43° days
18° nights
about 11 rainy or snowy days · 9½ hours of daylight
What to pack
- Warm coat
- Gloves & beanie
What December feels like
December is when the storms line up and the Sierra does what it is famous for. The week between Christmas and New Year's is the busiest of the year; if a system lands on it, the highway over the pass becomes the story of your trip.
Expect about 11 days with something falling — rain, snow, or the sloppy mix in between. Nearly every night dips below freezing.
The numbers
| Typical high | 43° |
|---|---|
| Typical low | 18° |
| Days with rain or snow | 11 |
| Rain or melted snow | 3.5 in |
| Sunrise / sunset (mid-month) | 7:11 am / 4:38 pm |