December weather forecast
Snowmass Village, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Snowmass Village, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and min 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

Temperature

The month of December sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 24.6°F (-4.1°C) at the peak and 4.1°F (-15.5°C) at the low.

Humidity

In Snowmass Village, Colorado, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Snowmass Village, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Snowmass Village, in December, snow falls for 18.6 days, with typically accumulated 9.25" (235mm) of snow. In Snowmass Village, during the entire year, snow falls for 140.5 days and aggregates up to 73.74" (1873mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Snowmass Village.
On the first day of December in Snowmass Village, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Snowmass Village, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading 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 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Snowmass Village?

December, recording an average high temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low temperature of 4.1°F (-15.5°C), is Snowmass Village's coldest month.

How cold is it in Snowmass Village in December?

During December, Snowmass Village experiences an average high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Snowmass Village?

In December, the average relative humidity in Snowmass Village, Colorado, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Snowmass Village?

In Snowmass Village, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Snowmass Village?

In Snowmass Village, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Snowmass Village?

December has the shortest days of the year in Snowmass Village, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Snowmass Village have in December?

In December, the average day length in Snowmass Village, Colorado, is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Snowmass Village?

On the first day of December in Snowmass Village, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Snowmass Village?

In Snowmass Village, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Snowmass Village?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Snowmass Village, Colorado.

How high is the UV index in December in Snowmass Village?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Snowmass Village, Colorado, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average temperature in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average pressure in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average wind speed in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average humidity in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average rainfall in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average snowfall in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (12.6").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average UV index in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Snowmass Village, CO

Average visibility in December - Snowmass Village, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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