December weather forecast
Fountain, CO

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Weather in December

December sees Fountain, Colorado in the heart of winter, presenting a significant change from November's pre-winter climatic conditions. This month experiences some of the coldest temperatures and witnesses an increase in snowfall to 2.87" (73mm). Despite the chilly weather, Fountain sparkles under the clear, crisp winter skies, with a spurt in relative humidity. As days shorten, December becomes the month with least sunlight, a characteristic feature of the winter solstice. The advent of January wraps up the winter season but maintains December’s weather trends.

Temperature

During the coldest month, December, temperatures average a high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45 snowfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Fountain, the average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Fountain, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 39.2°F (4°C) and reaching a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in December?

During December, Fountain experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.4 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fountain, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fountain, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fountain, Colorado.

How many hours of daylight does Fountain have in December?

The average day length in December in Fountain is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fountain?

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fountain, CO

Average temperature in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fountain, CO

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Fountain, CO

Average wind speed in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fountain, CO

Average humidity in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Fountain, CO

Average rainfall in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Fountain, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fountain, CO

Average snowfall in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fountain, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fountain, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fountain, CO

Average UV index in December - Fountain, 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
Fountain, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Fountain, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Fountain, CO

Average visibility in December - Fountain, 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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