December weather forecastNutria, CO
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Nutria, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Temperature
December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Nutria's average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C) in December reflects a considerable decline from the daytime peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Nutria, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107 rainfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nutria, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Nutria, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.9 days and aggregates up to 70.08" (1780mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through 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 average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Nutria, CO
- Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Nutria, CO
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Nutria, CO
- Average wind speed in December: 3.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Nutria, CO
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).
Average rainfall in December
Nutria, CO
- Average rainfall in December: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Nutria, CO
- Average rainfall days in December: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Nutria, CO
- Average snowfall in December: 11.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Nutria, CO
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nutria, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 24min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Nutria, CO
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Nutria, CO
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Nutria, CO
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in December
Nutria, CO
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).





