December weather forecast
Bailey, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bailey, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Bailey expects an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bailey is 68%.

Rainfall

In Bailey, Colorado, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bailey, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bailey, Colorado, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.9 snowfall days, and 47.28" (1201mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bailey.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Bailey, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Bailey, the average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bailey. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bailey?

In Bailey, 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Bailey?

In Bailey, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bailey?

In Bailey, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bailey in December?

In Bailey, Colorado, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bailey?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bailey have in December?

In Bailey, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bailey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bailey, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bailey?

In Bailey, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bailey?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bailey.

How high is the UV index in December in Bailey?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bailey, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bailey, CO

Average temperature in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bailey, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bailey, CO

Average wind speed in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bailey, CO

Average humidity in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bailey, CO

Average rainfall in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bailey, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bailey, CO

Average snowfall in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bailey, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bailey, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bailey, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bailey, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bailey, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Bailey, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are September, October and November (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Bailey, CO

Average visibility in December - Bailey, 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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