December weather forecast
Franktown, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Franktown, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

Franktown's December weather reaches an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Franktown, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. In Franktown, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 35.51" (902mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Franktown, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Franktown, Colorado, is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Franktown, Colorado, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Franktown?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is considered the coldest month in Franktown, Colorado.

How cold is December in Franktown?

During December, Franktown experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franktown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Franktown, Colorado, is 61%.

What is the driest month in Franktown?

The month with the least rainfall in Franktown, Colorado, is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Franktown?

In Franktown, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Franktown?

In Franktown, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franktown?

December has the shortest days of the year in Franktown, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Franktown?

The average day length in December in Franktown is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Franktown?

On the first day of December in Franktown, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franktown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franktown?

January, February, November and 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 Franktown?

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

Average temperature in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franktown, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Franktown, CO

Average wind speed in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Franktown, CO

Average humidity in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franktown, CO

Average rainfall in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franktown, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franktown, CO

Average snowfall in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franktown, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franktown, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Franktown, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franktown, CO

Average UV index in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Franktown, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Franktown, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Franktown, CO

Average visibility in December - Franktown, 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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