December weather forecastCrestone, CO
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Crestone, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.4°F (0.2°C) and min 13.5°F (-10.3°C).Temperature
Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). In December, in Crestone, the average low-temperature is an extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 73%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crestone, there are 102.4 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Crestone, Colorado. In Crestone, in December, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Crestone, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Crestone, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Crestone, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Crestone, Colorado, the average sunshine in December is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Crestone are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Crestone, CO
- Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Crestone, CO
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Crestone, CO
- Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Crestone, CO
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).
Average rainfall in December
Crestone, CO
- Average rainfall in December: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Crestone, CO
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Crestone, CO
- Average snowfall in December: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Crestone, CO
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Crestone, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Crestone, CO
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Crestone, 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
Crestone, CO
- Average cloud cover in December: 21
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in December
Crestone, CO
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
