December weather forecast
Nevada, USA

December in Nevada heralds the arrival of winter, with temperatures falling significantly and the northern regions experiencing colder conditions. The contrast between the north and south continues, but the overall trend is towards winter weather across the state.

In the southern parts, such as Las Vegas, daytime highs are typically around 58°F (14.4°C), with nighttime lows of 38°F (3.3°C). In contrast, the northern regions face more frigid temperatures, with highs averaging 40°F (4.4°C) and lows descending to 15°F (-9.4°C). The gap between the north and south remains, but the entire state feels the effects of winter's arrival.

Snowfall becomes more common in the northern areas, particularly in the mountainous regions. Rainfall is still scarce, and the state's overall aridity persists, but the presence of snow adds diversity to Nevada's weather patterns.

Comparing December to November, the decline in temperature is noticeable, especially in the northern parts. The southern regions also cool down, but the change is more moderate. As December progresses, the winter conditions become more entrenched, and the colder weather dominates the state.

December's weather in Nevada is marked by the onset of winter, with cooling temperatures and the appearance of snow in the north. The southern areas remain milder but still experience a significant seasonal shift. Nevada's characteristic dryness continues, but the climate becomes more varied, with the influence of winter felt throughout the state. The shift from autumn to winter is complete, and December's weather encapsulates the seasonal change, reflecting both the cooling trend and the persistence of arid conditions.

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• Las Vegas - December »
  December is the coldest month of the year in Las Vegas, registering average temperatures as high as 50°F (10°C) and as low as 37.9°F (3.3°C). With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Henderson - December »
  Coupled with limited daylight hours and increased humidity, December's weather maintains a consistent, chilly mood throughout Henderson, setting the stage for a peaceful and frosty end to the year. December, marked by an average high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C), is the coldest month in Henderson.
• Reno - December »
  In Reno during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Reno, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• North Las Vegas - December »
  December stands out as North Las Vegas's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). December is the coldest month in North Las Vegas, with an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).
• Boulder City - December »
  The months with the most rainfall in Boulder City are February, November and December, with an average 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Boulder City, Nevada.
• Fallon - December »
  In Fallon, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 41°F (5°C) at the peak and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) at the lowest. The month with the least sunshine in Fallon is December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.
• Yerington - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Yerington is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight. In Yerington, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Carlin - December »
  The month with the most snowfall in Carlin is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. In Carlin, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.
• Lovelock - December »
  The months with the most snowfall in Lovelock are January and December, with an average 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated snow. In Lovelock, Nevada, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Wells - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Wells, Nevada, is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. The month with the shortest days in Wells, Nevada, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
• Virginia City - December »
  With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Virginia City, Nevada. In Virginia City, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.
• Fernley - December »
  The month with the most snowfall in Fernley is December, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Fernley, Nevada, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.