Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Vienna | Los Angeles | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 4°C (39°F) | 19°C (66°F)▲ | Los Angeles |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -2°C (28°F) | 7°C (45°F)▲ | Los Angeles |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days | 5 days▲ | Los Angeles |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 39 mm▲ | 52 mm | Vienna |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 4h/day | 9h/day▲ | Los Angeles |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65%▲ | 70% | Vienna |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1▲ | 2 | Vienna |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h | 12 km/h▲ | Los Angeles |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Los Angeles edges ahead as the better destination in December. Los Angeles offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Vienna sees 4 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.
Vienna is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Los Angeles is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Los Angeles is the stronger choice in December. Los Angeles receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Vienna reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Los Angeles averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 15°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Vienna receives approximately 39 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Los Angeles sees 52 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Los Angeles the drier option by 4 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Vienna averages 65% while Los Angeles sits at 70%. Los Angeles will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 4°C, lows of -2°C, 9 rain days
Highs of 19°C, lows of 7°C, 5 rain days
Pack for both: a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Vienna | Los Angeles | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 8d | 19°C | 5d |
| Feb | 6°C | 8d | 20°C | 6d |
| Mar | 10°C | 10d | 21°C | 5d |
| Apr | 16°C | 9d | 24°C | 3d |
| May | 20°C | 12d | 25°C | 2d |
| Jun | 24°C | 12d | 28°C | 0d |
| Jul | 26°C | 12d | 31°C | 0d |
| Aug | 26°C | 10d | 32°C | 0d |
| Sep | 20°C | 9d | 31°C | 1d |
| Oct | 15°C | 9d | 28°C | 2d |
| Nov | 9°C | 9d | 23°C | 2d |
| Dec | 4°C | 9d | 19°C | 5d |
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