December weather forecast
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hot Sulphur Springs, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.7°F (-15.7°C) and an average high of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

Hot Sulphur Springs experiences its lowest average temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 24.8°F (-4°C) and a minimum of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

Humidity

In Hot Sulphur Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hot Sulphur Springs, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 62.5 rainfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hot Sulphur Springs, there are 87.5 snowfall days, and 37.36" (949mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Hot Sulphur Springs, the average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest month is December, with an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low-temperature of 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 24.8°F (-4°C) and the low-temperature is 3.7°F (-15.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hot Sulphur Springs?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hot Sulphur Springs, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Hot Sulphur Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hot Sulphur Springs have in December?

In Hot Sulphur Springs, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hot Sulphur Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average temperature in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.7°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 (2.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average pressure in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average wind speed in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average humidity in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average rainfall in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average snowfall in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average UV index in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, 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
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO

Average visibility in December - Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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 and December (4mi).

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