December weather forecast
Niwot, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Niwot, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Niwot, Colorado, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Niwot, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.4 days and collects up to 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Niwot, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Niwot, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Niwot is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Niwot?

With its average high temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C), December is regarded as the coldest month.

Is it cold in Niwot during December?

In Niwot, in December, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Niwot?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Niwot?

In December, in Niwot, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Niwot?

In December, in Niwot, Colorado, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Niwot?

The month with the shortest days in Niwot is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Niwot have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Niwot?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Niwot, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Niwot?

In Niwot, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Niwot?

In Niwot, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Niwot, CO

Average temperature in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Niwot, CO

Average pressure in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Niwot, CO

Average wind speed in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Niwot, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
Niwot, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Niwot, CO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Niwot, CO

Average snowfall in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Niwot, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 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 and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Niwot, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Niwot, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Niwot, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Niwot, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Niwot, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Niwot, CO

Average visibility in December - Niwot, 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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