December weather forecast
Eckley, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Eckley, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

December stands out as Eckley's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Eckley, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 12.52" (318mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Eckley, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Eckley, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) 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 6:53 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Eckley, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Eckley, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 39.9°F (4.4°C) and reaching a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

How cold does it get in December?

In Eckley, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Eckley, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Eckley in December?

In Eckley, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

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?

In Eckley, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Eckley, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:34 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eckley have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Eckley, CO

Average temperature in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Eckley, CO

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eckley, CO

Average wind speed in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Eckley, CO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Eckley, CO

Average rainfall in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Eckley, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eckley, CO

Average snowfall in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eckley, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eckley, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eckley, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Eckley, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Eckley, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Eckley, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Eckley, CO

Average visibility in December - Eckley, 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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