December weather forecast
Coaldale, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Coaldale, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and min 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Coaldale throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Coaldale, in December, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Coaldale, there are 58.1 rainfall days, and 5.83" (148mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Coaldale, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Coaldale, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.8 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Coaldale, the average sunshine in December is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
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. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Coaldale, the average high-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Coaldale?

In Coaldale, in December, during 1.4 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Coaldale, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Coaldale, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Coaldale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Coaldale, Colorado, is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Coaldale, CO

Average temperature in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Coaldale, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Coaldale, CO

Average wind speed in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Coaldale, CO

Average humidity in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Coaldale, CO

Average rainfall in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Coaldale, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coaldale, CO

Average snowfall in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coaldale, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coaldale, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coaldale, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Coaldale, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Coaldale, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Coaldale, CO

Average visibility in December - Coaldale, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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