December weather forecast
Durango, CO

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A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton
A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton

Weather in December

December in Durango marks the height of winter with chilly days and colder nights. The high temperature dips to 32.4°F (0.2°C), highlighting the full effect of winter's grasp on the city. The prevalence of high humidity and frequent snowfall transforms the city into a snowy paradise, which attracts winter sports enthusiasts. Though daylight is scarce, the festive ambiance makes Durango a vibrant and magical place to conclude the year.

Temperature

Durango in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). An average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In Durango, Colorado, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Durango, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Durango, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Durango, there are 69.1 snowfall days, and 74.06" (1881mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Durango is 6.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Durango in December?

In Durango, 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Durango?

The average relative humidity in December in Durango, Colorado, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Durango?

In December, in Durango, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Durango in December?

In December, in Durango, Colorado, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Durango?

December has the shortest days of the year in Durango, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Durango have in December?

The average day length in December in Durango is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Durango?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Durango have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Durango, Colorado, is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Durango?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Durango?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Durango, CO

Average temperature in December - Durango, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Durango, CO

Average pressure in December - Durango, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Durango, CO

Average wind speed in December - Durango, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Durango, CO

Average humidity in December - Durango, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

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Average rainfall in December
Durango, CO

Average rainfall in December - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Durango, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Durango, CO

Average snowfall in December - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 14.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Durango, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Durango, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 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
Durango, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Durango, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Durango, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Durango, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Durango, CO

Average UV index in December - Durango, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Durango, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Durango, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Durango, CO

Average visibility in December - Durango, 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).

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