December weather forecast
Saguache, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Saguache, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and max 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Saguache's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). The temperature dips to an average of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.4 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saguache. In Saguache, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.3 snowfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Saguache, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Saguache is 7.1h.

UV index

January through March, 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saguache?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saguache, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saguache?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saguache is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saguache?

In Saguache, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Saguache in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saguache?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Saguache have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saguache?

On the first day of December in Saguache, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saguache have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saguache is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Saguache?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Saguache?

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

Average temperature in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saguache, CO

Average pressure in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saguache, CO

Average wind speed in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saguache, CO

Average humidity in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saguache, CO

Average rainfall in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saguache, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saguache, CO

Average snowfall in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saguache, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saguache, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saguache, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saguache, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saguache, CO

Average UV index in December - Saguache, 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
Saguache, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Saguache, CO

Average visibility in December - Saguache, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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