December weather forecastFruita, CO
December
Weather in December
December brings the onset of winter in Fruita, delivering a dose of snow and sun that is quintessentially Colorado. A surge in humidity accompanied by declining temperatures sets the mood for winter. Temperature dips to a mere 35.4°F (1.9°C), and a noteworthy snowfall of 4.41" (112mm) covers the city, turning it into a white wonderland. The mix of chilling days, snow-laden nights, and shorter daylight hours herald the end of the year. Despite the subdued light, the silvery beauty of a Fruita winter never ceases to impress.Temperature
The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). Fruita's temperature drops to an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Fruita, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fruita. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 6.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and 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 rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fruita, CO
- Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Fruita, CO
- Average pressure in December: 30.2"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Fruita, CO
- Average wind speed in December: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Fruita, CO
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).
Average rainfall in December
Fruita, CO
- Average rainfall in December: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Fruita, CO
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fruita, CO
- Average snowfall in December: 4.41"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fruita, CO
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fruita, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fruita, CO
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Fruita, CO
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Fruita, CO
- Average cloud cover in December: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in December
Fruita, 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).
