December weather forecast
Crested Butte, CO

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Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back
Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back

Weather in December

As the final month of the year, December in Crested Butte reaffirms that winter is in full swing. A substantial spike in snowfall, accumulating to a significant 19.06" (484mm), underlines the intensity of the season. The sunny days, although diminished considerably, provide beautiful quieter moments to appreciate this winter wonderland under the clear Colorado skies. While the chilly nights encourage indoor coziness and holiday spirit, January waits in the wings to carry forward this winter saga into the New Year.

Temperature

The months of February and December see the lowest levels of Crested Butte's temperatures, averaging a high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In Crested Butte, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Crested Butte, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Crested Butte, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In December, in Crested Butte, it is snowing for 20 days. Throughout December, 19.06" (484mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crested Butte, there are 159 snowfall days, and 149.53" (3798mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Crested Butte, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Crested Butte, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Crested Butte, Colorado, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December 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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Crested Butte?

February and December, with an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), are marked as the coldest months.

How cold is it in Crested Butte in December?

During December, Crested Butte experiences an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 1°F (-17.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crested Butte?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Crested Butte?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Crested Butte?

In Crested Butte, during December, snow falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.06" (484mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crested Butte?

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

How many hours of daylight does Crested Butte have in December?

In Crested Butte, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Crested Butte?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Crested Butte have in December?

In Crested Butte, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Crested Butte?

February, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Crested Butte.

How high is the UV index in December in Crested Butte?

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

Average temperature in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average humidity in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 19.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (23.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

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Average snowfall days in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.7 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crested Butte, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average UV index in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Crested Butte, CO

Average visibility in December - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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