December weather forecast
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and max 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). December nights present a stark temperature decrease to an arctic cold 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Waunita Hot Springs, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.8 days and collects up to 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Waunita Hot Springs, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 8.54" (217mm) of snow. In Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 91.9 days and aggregates up to 51.77" (1315mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Waunita Hot Springs is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Waunita Hot Springs, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Waunita Hot Springs is 6.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Waunita Hot Springs in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Waunita Hot Springs, is 26.8°F (-2.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waunita Hot Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Waunita Hot Springs in December?

In Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Waunita Hot Springs?

In December, it is snowing for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waunita Hot Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year in Waunita Hot Springs, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Waunita Hot Springs?

In December, the average day length in Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Waunita Hot Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waunita Hot Springs have in December?

In Waunita Hot Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Waunita Hot Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Waunita Hot Springs?

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

Average temperature in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average pressure in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average wind speed in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average humidity in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).

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Average rainfall in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average rainfall in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average snowfall in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 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
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average UV index in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
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
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Waunita Hot Springs, CO

Average visibility in December - Waunita Hot Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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