Denver vs San Diego in December

San Diego is the better pick in December — 71 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is nice, a little rain, muggy air, while Denver is cold, dry, clean air.

Denver vs San DiegoDecember climate, side by side

DenverSan Diego
Comfort score67/100 (C)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high7°C18°C
Avg high / low11° / -5°19° / 10°
Rainfall12 mm46 mm
Rainy days24
Humidity56%76%
Air quality (AQI)4166

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Denver vs San Diego in December — FAQ

Is December better in Denver or San Diego?
San Diego is the better pick in December — 71 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is nice, a little rain, muggy air, while Denver is cold, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Denver vs San Diego in December?
In December, Denver averages 11°C high / -5°C low with about 12 mm of rain; San Diego averages 19°C high / 10°C low with about 46 mm.