December weather forecast
Elbert, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Elbert, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elbert are January through June, September through December. In Elbert, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elbert, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Elbert, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Elbert, the average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elbert. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Elbert?

December proves to be the coldest month in Elbert, Colorado, recording an average maximum temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

How cold is December in Elbert?

The high-temperature during December is 38.8°F (3.8°C) and the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elbert?

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

What is the driest month in Elbert?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Elbert. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Elbert?

In Elbert, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Elbert?

In Elbert, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elbert?

The month with the shortest days in Elbert is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Elbert?

In Elbert, Colorado, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elbert?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elbert have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elbert?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elbert?

In Elbert, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elbert, CO

Average temperature in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Elbert, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elbert, CO

Average wind speed in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Elbert, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

Average rainfall in December
Elbert, CO

Average rainfall in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Elbert, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elbert, CO

Average snowfall in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elbert, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elbert, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elbert, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Elbert, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Elbert, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Elbert, CO

Average visibility in December - Elbert, 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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