December weather forecastCañon City, CO
December
Weather in December
The year concludes with December, bearing with it the full brunt of winter. Average temperatures slide from 18.5°F (-7.5°C) to 38.3°F (3.5°C), shrouding Cañon City in a winter wonderland. Intermittent snowfall coupled with the highest relative humidity of the year, lends a true feel of winter. Despite the harsh cold, the sun does occasionally make an appearance, painting a beautiful contrast against the snow-clad city. Nevertheless, with the arrival of this month, thermometer levels remain firmly lodged in the frigid zone.Temperature
A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December in Cañon City, falling from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Cañon City's temperature lowers to a mean of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) during the nights in December.Humidity
In Cañon City, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.Rainfall
In Cañon City, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cañon City, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Cañon City, Colorado, are January through May, October through December. In Cañon City, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Cañon City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Cañon City, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Cañon City, the average sunshine in December is 7.2h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cañon City. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average humidity in December: 65%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).
Average rainfall in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average rainfall in December: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average rainfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average snowfall in December: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Cañon City, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Cañon City, CO
- Average cloud cover in December: 20
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in December
Cañon City, 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).
