December weather forecast
Del Norte, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Del Norte, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Del Norte experiences a nighttime temperature average of 9.5°F (-12.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Del Norte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Del Norte are January through June, September through December. In Del Norte, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow. In Del Norte, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.8 days and aggregates up to 51.85" (1317mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Del Norte, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Del Norte, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 9.5°F (-12.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Del Norte is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Del Norte, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Del Norte, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Del Norte is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Del Norte, Colorado, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Del Norte have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the month with 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 in Del Norte.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Del Norte, CO

Average temperature in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Del Norte, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Del Norte, CO

Average wind speed in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Del Norte, CO

Average humidity in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Del Norte, CO

Average rainfall in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Del Norte, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Del Norte, CO

Average snowfall in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Del Norte, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Del Norte, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Del Norte, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Del Norte, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Del Norte, CO

Average UV index in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Del Norte, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Del Norte, CO

Average visibility in December - Del Norte, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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