December weather forecast
Parachute, CO

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Gorgeous brown and golden trees in the fall, seen in the wide river with a far view of rocks and hills in Parachute, Colorado
Gorgeous brown and golden trees in the fall, seen in the wide river with a far view of rocks and hills in Parachute, Colorado

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Parachute, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°F (0°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a wintry 32°F (0°C). Parachute records an average nighttime low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Parachute, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Parachute, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Parachute are January through May, October through December. In Parachute, in December, during 13.6 snowfall days, 10.79" (274mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.1 snowfall days, and 49.21" (1250mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Parachute, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Parachute in December?

December temperatures in Parachute, Colorado, vary between a high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and a low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Parachute?

In December, the average relative humidity in Parachute is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Parachute?

In Parachute, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Parachute in December?

In December, in Parachute, Colorado, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parachute?

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

How many hours of daylight does Parachute have in December?

The average day length in December in Parachute, Colorado, is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Parachute?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Parachute, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parachute have in December?

In Parachute, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Parachute?

The months with the lowest UV index in Parachute, 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 Parachute?

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

Average temperature in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Parachute, CO

Average pressure in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Parachute, CO

Average wind speed in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Parachute, CO

Average humidity in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

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Average rainfall in December
Parachute, CO

Average rainfall in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Parachute, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Parachute, CO

Average snowfall in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Parachute, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
Parachute, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Parachute, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Parachute, CO

Average UV index in December - Parachute, 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
Parachute, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Parachute, CO

Average visibility in December - Parachute, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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