December weather forecast
Colorado Springs, CO

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Beautiful autumn dusk in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Weather in December

Decemeber introduces the full force of winter in Colorado Springs. With the coldest temperatures ranging from 18.3°F (-7.6°C) to 37.2°F (2.9°C) and the highest snowfall at 4.72" (120mm), December most organizes the winter conditions. The shorter daylight hours, high wind speeds, and subdued sunshine combine, manifesting the classic chilly climate. This month's weather sees an increase in cloud cover, contributing to a quintessential December ambience in Colorado Springs.

Temperature

Colorado Springs's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Colorado Springs are November and December Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Colorado Springs. In Colorado Springs, during December, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow. In Colorado Springs, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.2 days and aggregates up to 42.13" (1070mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Colorado Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colorado Springs, Colorado, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Colorado Springs?

December is the coldest month in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with an average high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

How cold is December in Colorado Springs?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Colorado Springs?

In Colorado Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

What is the driest month in Colorado Springs?

The months with the least rainfall are November and December Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Colorado Springs?

In Colorado Springs, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Colorado Springs?

In December, in Colorado Springs, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colorado Springs?

The month with the shortest days in Colorado Springs is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Colorado Springs?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Colorado Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colorado Springs, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Colorado Springs?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Colorado Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Colorado Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average temperature in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average pressure in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average wind speed in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average humidity in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average rainfall in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average snowfall in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average UV index in December - Colorado Springs, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Colorado Springs, CO

Average visibility in December - Colorado Springs, 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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