December weather forecast
Kit Carson, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kit Carson, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a minimum average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Kit Carson, Colorado, are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

Rainfall

In Kit Carson, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Kit Carson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.3 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kit Carson, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Kit Carson, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kit Carson is 6.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kit Carson?

During the coldest month in Kit Carson, December, temperatures average a high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

How cold is December in Kit Carson?

The high-temperature in Kit Carson during December is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Kit Carson?

The months with the highest humidity in Kit Carson, Colorado, are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

What is the average humidity in December in Kit Carson?

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in Kit Carson in December?

In December, in Kit Carson, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Kit Carson?

In Kit Carson, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kit Carson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kit Carson have in December?

In Kit Carson, Colorado, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kit Carson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kit Carson, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kit Carson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kit Carson is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kit Carson?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kit Carson, Colorado.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kit Carson?

In Kit Carson, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average temperature in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kit Carson, CO

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average wind speed in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average humidity in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (48%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average rainfall in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average snowfall in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kit Carson, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average UV index in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
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
Kit Carson, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Kit Carson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Kit Carson, CO

Average visibility in December - Kit Carson, 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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