December weather forecast
Pueblo, CO

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A scenic mirror image of a colorful red and white condo in Pueblo, Colorado
A scenic mirror image of a colorful red and white condo in Pueblo, Colorado

Weather in December

December ushers in full-blown winter in Pueblo, with the subzero temperatures creating a snowy wonderland. Snowfall returns, accumulating an average of 1.73" (44mm) across the city. The Pueblo Riverwalk's winter activities, complemented by the grand Festival of Lights, make the city alive with holiday spirit. The atmosphere is a kaleidoscope of winter merriment despite the cold, reflecting the festive heart of Pueblo.

Temperature

Pueblo's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 43°F (6.1°C) to a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pueblo is 57%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Pueblo. Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pueblo, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 14.06" (357mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pueblo, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Pueblo, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Pueblo, the average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Pueblo?

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

How cold is December in Pueblo?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pueblo, is 43°F (6.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pueblo?

In Pueblo, Colorado, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

What is the driest month in Pueblo?

The month with the least rainfall in Pueblo is December, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Pueblo?

In Pueblo, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pueblo?

In Pueblo, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pueblo?

December has the shortest days of the year in Pueblo, Colorado, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Pueblo, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pueblo?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pueblo have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Pueblo?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pueblo?

In Pueblo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pueblo, CO

Average temperature in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pueblo, CO

Average pressure in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pueblo, CO

Average wind speed in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pueblo, CO

Average humidity in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pueblo, CO

Average rainfall in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pueblo, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pueblo, CO

Average snowfall in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pueblo, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 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
Pueblo, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pueblo, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pueblo, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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
Pueblo, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Pueblo, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Pueblo, CO

Average visibility in December - Pueblo, 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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