December weather forecast
Garcia, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Garcia, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and max 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Garcia, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Garcia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.2 days and collects up to 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Garcia, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow. In Garcia, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.6 days and aggregates up to 28.58" (726mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Garcia in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Garcia, is 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Garcia, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Garcia have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Garcia, CO

Average temperature in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Garcia, CO

Average pressure in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Garcia, CO

Average wind speed in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Garcia, CO

Average humidity in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Garcia, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Garcia, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Garcia, CO

Average snowfall in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Garcia, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Garcia, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Garcia, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Garcia, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Garcia, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Garcia, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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