December weather forecast
Howard, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Howard, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). December brings Howard a consistent average low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Howard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.1 days and collects up to 5.83" (148mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Howard, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Howard, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.8 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Howard, the rain falls for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Howard, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Howard, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Howard, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Howard, CO

Average temperature in December - Howard, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Howard, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Howard, CO

Average wind speed in December - Howard, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Howard, CO

Average humidity in December - Howard, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Howard, CO

Average rainfall in December - Howard, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Howard, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Howard, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Howard, CO

Average snowfall in December - Howard, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Howard, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Howard, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Howard, 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: 6h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Howard, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Howard, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Howard, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Howard, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Howard, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Howard, CO

Average visibility in December - Howard, 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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