December weather forecast
Arvada, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Arvada, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

In Arvada, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Arvada is 61%.

Rainfall

In Arvada, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Arvada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Arvada. In Arvada, Colorado, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Arvada, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Arvada, Colorado, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Arvada?

The coldest month in Arvada is December, with an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is it in Arvada in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arvada?

In Arvada, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in Arvada in December?

In Arvada, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Arvada in December?

In Arvada, Colorado, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arvada?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Arvada?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Arvada?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arvada have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Arvada, Colorado, is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Arvada?

The months with the lowest UV index in Arvada, Colorado, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Arvada?

In Arvada, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arvada, CO

Average temperature in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arvada, CO

Average pressure in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Arvada, CO

Average wind speed in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arvada, CO

Average humidity in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arvada, CO

Average rainfall in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arvada, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arvada, CO

Average snowfall in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arvada, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arvada, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arvada, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arvada, CO

Average UV index in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arvada, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Arvada, CO

Average visibility in December - Arvada, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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