December weather forecast
Columbine, CO

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Columbine, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Columbine, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Columbine, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.4 days and collects up to 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Columbine are January through May, October through December. In Columbine, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Columbine, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.9 days and aggregates up to 19.53" (496mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Columbine, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Columbine, the average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Columbine?

Temperature records in Columbine mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 40.3°F (4.6°C) and lows at 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

How cold does it get in Columbine in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Columbine?

In Columbine, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December in Columbine?

In Columbine, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Columbine in December?

In December, in Columbine, Colorado, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Columbine?

December has the shortest days of the year in Columbine, Colorado, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Columbine have in December?

In December, the average day length in Columbine, Colorado, is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Columbine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Columbine, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbine have in December?

In Columbine, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Columbine?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Columbine?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Columbine, CO

Average temperature in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Columbine, CO

Average pressure in December - Columbine, 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
Columbine, CO

Average wind speed in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Columbine, CO

Average humidity in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and September (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Columbine, CO

Average rainfall in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Columbine, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Columbine, CO

Average snowfall in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Columbine, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Columbine, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Columbine, CO

Average UV index in December - Columbine, 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
Columbine, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Columbine, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Columbine, CO

Average visibility in December - Columbine, 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).

Columbine, Colorado, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location