December weather forecastChimney Rock, CO
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Chimney Rock, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.2°F (0.1°C) and min 14°F (-10°C).Temperature
Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 14°F (-10°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Chimney Rock, Colorado, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chimney Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 13.74" (349mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Chimney Rock, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Chimney Rock, Colorado, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Chimney Rock, Colorado. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April, May and June (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).
Average rainfall in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average rainfall in December: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average rainfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average snowfall in December: 13.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (13.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Chimney Rock, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in December
Chimney Rock, CO
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
