December weather forecast
Atwood, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atwood, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Atwood experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In Atwood, Colorado, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Atwood, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atwood. In Atwood, Colorado, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Atwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Atwood, Colorado, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Atwood, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Atwood?

Atwood's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 23°F (-5°C).

How cold is December in Atwood?

In Atwood, 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 23°F (-5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Atwood is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Atwood?

In Atwood, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Atwood?

In Atwood, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atwood?

The month with the shortest days in Atwood, Colorado, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Atwood, Colorado, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Atwood?

On the first day of December in Atwood, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Atwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Atwood, CO

Average temperature in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Atwood, CO

Average pressure in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atwood, CO

Average wind speed in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in December
Atwood, CO

Average humidity in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Atwood, CO

Average rainfall in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Atwood, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atwood, CO

Average snowfall in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atwood, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atwood, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Atwood, CO

Average UV index in December - Atwood, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Atwood, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Atwood, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Atwood, CO

Average visibility in December - Atwood, 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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