December weather forecast
Rangely, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rangely, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In the month of December, Rangely experiences an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rangely is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rangely, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rangely, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11 days and accumulates 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Rangely, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

January, February, October through 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rangely?

December temperatures in Rangely, Colorado, vary between a high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rangely?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rangely, Colorado, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rangely?

In Rangely, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Rangely?

The month with the most snowfall in Rangely is December, when snow falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Rangely?

In December, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rangely?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rangely, Colorado, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rangely?

On the first day of December in Rangely, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rangely have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rangely?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rangely are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rangely?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rangely, CO

Average temperature in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rangely, CO

Average pressure in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rangely, CO

Average wind speed in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rangely, CO

Average humidity in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rangely, CO

Average rainfall in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rangely, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rangely, CO

Average snowfall in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rangely, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Rangely, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rangely, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and 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
Rangely, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rangely, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rangely, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Rangely, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Rangely, CO

Average visibility in December - Rangely, 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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