Las Vegas vs Los Angeles

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Las Vegas edges ahead as the better destination in December. Las Vegas offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 3 rain days, while Los Angeles sees 1 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Las Vegas is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Los Angeles is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Las Vegas is the stronger choice in December. Las Vegas receives 7 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Las Vegas reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Los Angeles averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Las Vegas receives approximately 20 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Los Angeles sees 80 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Las Vegas the drier option by 4 rain days and 60 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.