December weather forecastPagosa Springs, CO
December
Weather in December
December welcomes winter in full swing, with a clear decline in temperatures from November. The dominance of snowfall intensifies, creating a white Christmas in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. The shortest daylight hours of the year and the highest cloud cover make for quintessential winter days. As the year wraps up, December embodies the winter wonderland setting, making it a fitting finale to Colorado's diverse weather narrative.Temperature
The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Pagosa Springs logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during December, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Pagosa Springs, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pagosa Springs, 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 Pagosa Springs. In Pagosa Springs, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pagosa Springs, 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 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Pagosa Springs are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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: 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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
Pagosa Springs, 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).
