December weather forecast
Greenwood Village, CO

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Weather in December

December in Greenwood Village is characterized by temperatures reverting to the cold conditions experienced at the beginning of the year, with lows dipping to 21°F (-6.1°C). Despite the cold temperatures, the daylight hours get reduced to their shortest length of the year, marking the winter solstice. Snowfall replaces rainfall, creating a festive winter wonderland perfect for the holiday season. Wind gusts increase considerably, heralding the arrival of winter. The increase in pressure characterizes consistent weather patterns, bringing the year to a fitting, chilly end.

Temperature

December, recording an average high temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), is Greenwood Village's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Greenwood Village, Colorado, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Greenwood Village, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Greenwood Village, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Greenwood Village, Colorado, the average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Greenwood Village. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a minimum temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is it in December?

During December, Greenwood Village experiences an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 60%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Greenwood Village, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Greenwood Village in December?

In Greenwood Village, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 in Greenwood Village?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenwood Village have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenwood Village, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Greenwood Village, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and December (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average humidity in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average rainfall in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.51").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average snowfall in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenwood Village, 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: 7h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average UV index in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Greenwood Village, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Greenwood Village, CO

Average visibility in December - Greenwood Village, 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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