December weather forecast
Nelson, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nelson, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and lows of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Nelson, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Nelson are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Nelson is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Nelson, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nelson 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Nelson?

December is Nelson's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and lows of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Is it cold in Nelson during December?

In Nelson, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nelson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Nelson is 63%.

What is the driest month in Nelson?

The months with the least rainfall in Nelson are January and December Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Nelson in December?

In December, in Nelson, Colorado, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Nelson?

In Nelson, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nelson?

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

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

In Nelson, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Nelson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nelson, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Nelson?

The months with the least sunshine in Nelson, Colorado, are February and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nelson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Nelson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Nelson, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nelson, CO

Average temperature in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Nelson, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Nelson, CO

Average wind speed in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Nelson, CO

Average humidity in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nelson, CO

Average rainfall in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Nelson, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nelson, CO

Average snowfall in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Nelson, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 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
Nelson, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nelson, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nelson, CO

Average UV index in December - Nelson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Nelson, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Nelson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Nelson, CO

Average visibility in December - Nelson, 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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