December weather forecast
Cañon, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cañon, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.1°F (-11.6°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from an icy 41°F (5°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Cañon, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cañon, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cañon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Cañon, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 12.95" (329mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.5 snowfall days, and 75.04" (1906mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Cañon, the average high-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.1°F (-11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cañon, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cañon in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 12.95" (329mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cañon, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cañon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cañon, CO

Average temperature in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Cañon, CO

Average pressure in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cañon, CO

Average wind speed in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cañon, CO

Average humidity in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Cañon, CO

Average rainfall in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Cañon, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cañon, CO

Average snowfall in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (14.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cañon, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cañon, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cañon, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cañon, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cañon, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Cañon, CO

Average visibility in December - Cañon, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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