December weather forecast
Burns, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Burns, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Burns sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Burns, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Burns, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.3 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burns are January through June, September through December. In Burns, during December, snow falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 103.1 snowfall days, and 76.73" (1949mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Burns in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Burns, is 27°F (-2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burns?

In December, the average relative humidity in Burns, Colorado, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Burns in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Burns?

In Burns, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burns?

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

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

In Burns, Colorado, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Burns?

On the first day of December in Burns, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Burns?

The average sunshine duration in December in Burns is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Burns?

The months with the lowest UV index in Burns, Colorado, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Burns?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burns is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Burns, CO

Average temperature in December - Burns, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Burns, CO

Average pressure in December - Burns, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Burns, CO

Average wind speed in December - Burns, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Burns, CO

Average humidity in December - Burns, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

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Average rainfall in December
Burns, CO

Average rainfall in December - Burns, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Burns, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Burns, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Burns, CO

Average snowfall in December - Burns, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.13").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Burns, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Burns, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.4 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
Burns, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burns, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Burns, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Burns, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Burns, CO

Average UV index in December - Burns, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Burns, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Burns, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Burns, CO

Average visibility in December - Burns, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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