December weather forecast
Monte Vista, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Monte Vista, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14°F (-10°C) and an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 14°F (-10°C) marks the month of December in Monte Vista.

Humidity

In Monte Vista, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, in Monte Vista, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Monte Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.8 days and collects up to 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monte Vista are January through May, September through December. In Monte Vista, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.6 snowfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Monte Vista, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Monte Vista in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Monte Vista, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monte Vista?

The average relative humidity in December in Monte Vista is 73%.

How much does it rain in Monte Vista in December?

In Monte Vista, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Monte Vista?

In Monte Vista, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monte Vista?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Monte Vista, Colorado.

What is the average length of the day in December in Monte Vista?

In Monte Vista, Colorado, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Monte Vista?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Monte Vista, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monte Vista have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Monte Vista?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Monte Vista?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Monte Vista is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monte Vista, CO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°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 (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average pressure in December - Monte Vista, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average wind speed in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average humidity in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average rainfall in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average snowfall in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 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
Monte Vista, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monte Vista, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average UV index in December - Monte Vista, 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
Monte Vista, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Monte Vista, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Monte Vista, CO

Average visibility in December - Monte Vista, 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).

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