December weather forecast
South Fork, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in South Fork, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.5°F (-12.5°C) and an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 9.5°F (-12.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In South Fork, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Fork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In South Fork, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Fork, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.8 days and aggregates up to 51.85" (1317mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in South Fork, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Fork is 6.4h.

UV index

January through April, 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Fork in December?

During December, South Fork experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Fork?

In December, the average relative humidity in South Fork is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Fork?

In South Fork, Colorado, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in South Fork?

In South Fork, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Fork?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Fork have in December?

The average day length in December in South Fork, Colorado, is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Fork?

On the first day of December in South Fork, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Fork have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in South Fork, Colorado, is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Fork?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Fork?

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

Average temperature in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Fork, CO

Average pressure in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Fork, CO

Average wind speed in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Fork, CO

Average humidity in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Fork, CO

Average rainfall in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Fork, CO

Average rainfall days in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Fork, CO

Average snowfall in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Fork, CO

Average snowfall days in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Fork, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Fork, CO

Average sunshine days in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Fork, CO

Average UV index in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Fork, CO

Average cloud cover in December - South Fork, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
South Fork, CO

Average visibility in December - South Fork, 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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