December weather forecast
Elkdale, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkdale, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 5°F (-15°C).

Temperature

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a minimum temperature of 5°F (-15°C).

Humidity

In Elkdale, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Elkdale, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.3 days and collects up to 11.54" (293mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Elkdale. In Elkdale, in December, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.12" (130mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elkdale, there are 110.7 snowfall days, and 59.88" (1521mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through 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: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December, with its average high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 5°F (-15°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elkdale, is 24.6°F (-4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 5°F (-15°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 5.12" (130mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkdale?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Elkdale, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December in Elkdale?

In Elkdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkdale, CO

Average temperature in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkdale, CO

Average pressure in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elkdale, CO

Average wind speed in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkdale, CO

Average humidity in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkdale, CO

Average rainfall in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkdale, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkdale, CO

Average snowfall in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (10.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkdale, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkdale, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkdale, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkdale, CO

Average UV index in December - Elkdale, 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
Elkdale, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Elkdale, CO

Average visibility in December - Elkdale, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

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