December weather forecast
Cañon City, CO

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Weather in December

The year concludes with December, bearing with it the full brunt of winter. Average temperatures slide from 18.5°F (-7.5°C) to 38.3°F (3.5°C), shrouding Cañon City in a winter wonderland. Intermittent snowfall coupled with the highest relative humidity of the year, lends a true feel of winter. Despite the harsh cold, the sun does occasionally make an appearance, painting a beautiful contrast against the snow-clad city. Nevertheless, with the arrival of this month, thermometer levels remain firmly lodged in the frigid zone.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December in Cañon City, falling from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Cañon City's temperature lowers to a mean of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Cañon City, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Cañon City, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cañon City, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cañon City, Colorado, are January through May, October through December. In Cañon City, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Cañon City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Cañon City, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Cañon City, the average sunshine in December is 7.2h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cañon City. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cañon City?

The high-temperature in Cañon City, Colorado, during December is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cañon City?

The average relative humidity in December in Cañon City is 65%.

How much does it rain in Cañon City in December?

In Cañon City, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cañon City?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cañon City, Colorado.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cañon City?

In December, the average day length in Cañon City, Colorado, is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cañon City?

On the first day of December in Cañon City, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cañon City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cañon City is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cañon City?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cañon City, Colorado.

How high is the UV index in December in Cañon City?

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

Average temperature in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cañon City, CO

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Cañon City, CO

Average wind speed in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cañon City, CO

Average humidity in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Cañon City, CO

Average rainfall in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Cañon City, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cañon City, CO

Average snowfall in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cañon City, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cañon City, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cañon City, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cañon City, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cañon City, CO

Average UV index in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cañon City, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Cañon City, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Cañon City, CO

Average visibility in December - Cañon City, 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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