December weather forecast
Sheridan, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sheridan, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

Sheridan, Colorado, experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheridan is 60%.

Rainfall

In Sheridan, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Sheridan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.2 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sheridan, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Sheridan, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 26.26" (667mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Sheridan, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Sheridan?

Sheridan's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Is it cold in Sheridan during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sheridan, records 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheridan?

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, Colorado, in December, during 2 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, Colorado, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheridan?

The month with the shortest days in Sheridan, Colorado, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheridan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheridan, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sheridan?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sheridan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheridan, CO

Average temperature in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheridan, CO

Average pressure in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sheridan, CO

Average wind speed in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheridan, CO

Average humidity in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheridan, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheridan, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheridan, CO

Average snowfall in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheridan, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheridan, 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: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheridan, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Sheridan, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheridan, CO

Average UV index in December - Sheridan, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sheridan, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Sheridan, CO

Average visibility in December - Sheridan, 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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