December weather forecast
Dodd, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dodd, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

In Dodd, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dodd are January through May, October through December. In Dodd, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dodd, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dodd are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dodd, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dodd, Colorado, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dodd, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dodd is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dodd, CO

Average temperature in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dodd, CO

Average pressure in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dodd, CO

Average wind speed in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Dodd, CO

Average humidity in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in December
Dodd, CO

Average rainfall in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Dodd, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dodd, CO

Average snowfall in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dodd, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dodd, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dodd, CO

Average UV index in December - Dodd, 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
Dodd, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Dodd, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Dodd, CO

Average visibility in December - Dodd, 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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