December weather forecast
Broomfield, CO

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Neat and well-manicured lawns of a golf course in Broomfield, Colorado, colorful brown and golden trees amid classy homes during the fall
Neat and well-manicured lawns of a golf course in Broomfield, Colorado, colorful brown and golden trees amid classy homes during the fall

Weather in December

December marks the full arrival of winter in Broomfield. Hitting the lowest maximum temperature for the year at 39.4°F (4.1°C), December greets residents with a cold and windy climate. Fittingly, it is a month where snowfall valiantly battles with rainfall. A fall in daylight hours to a yearly low of 9.4 hours and a drop in pressure to 30.12in signal the year's end. Contrarily, Broomfield remains bright with sunshine peeking on 22.5 days, creating a picturesque winter paradise.

Temperature

During the coldest month in Broomfield, December, temperatures average a high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Broomfield is 62%.

Rainfall

In Broomfield, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.7 rainfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Broomfield are January through May, October through December. In Broomfield, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Broomfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 13.98" (355mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Broomfield, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Broomfield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Broomfield?

December brings the lowest temperatures in Broomfield, Colorado, with an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is it in Broomfield in December?

In Broomfield, 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Broomfield?

The average relative humidity in December in Broomfield is 62%.

How many days does it rain in December in Broomfield?

In Broomfield, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Broomfield in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Broomfield?

The month with the shortest days in Broomfield is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Broomfield have in December?

In December, the average day length in Broomfield is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Broomfield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Broomfield?

In Broomfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Broomfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Broomfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Broomfield is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Broomfield, CO

Average temperature in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°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
Broomfield, CO

Average pressure in December - Broomfield, 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
Broomfield, CO

Average wind speed in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

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
Broomfield, CO

Average humidity in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in December
Broomfield, CO

Average rainfall in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.2"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in December
Broomfield, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Broomfield, CO

Average snowfall in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Broomfield, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Broomfield, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Broomfield, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Broomfield, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Broomfield, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Broomfield, CO

Average visibility in December - Broomfield, 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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