December weather forecast
Grant, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grant, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.8 days. Throughout December, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.6 snowfall days, and 93.94" (2386mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to 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. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C), is generally the coldest month in Grant.

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and the low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the driest month in Grant?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grant, Colorado, during December, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Grant, during December, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Grant have in December?

In Grant, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grant have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Grant, Colorado, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Grant, CO

Average temperature in December - Grant, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (8.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Grant, CO

Average pressure in December - Grant, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grant, CO

Average wind speed in December - Grant, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Grant, CO

Average humidity in December - Grant, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Grant, CO

Average rainfall in December - Grant, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Grant, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Grant, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grant, CO

Average snowfall in December - Grant, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (17.48").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in December
Grant, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Grant, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.5 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grant, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grant, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Grant, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Grant, CO

Average UV index in December - Grant, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Grant, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Grant, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Grant, CO

Average visibility in December - Grant, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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