December weather forecast
Lakeside, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lakeside, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Lakeside, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Lakeside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lakeside, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lakeside, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

December, with an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Lakeside, Colorado.

Is December cold in Lakeside?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lakeside, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lakeside, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lakeside, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lakeside, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) 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 Lakeside have in December?

In December, the average day length 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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and 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 in Lakeside is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lakeside, CO

Average temperature in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakeside, CO

Average pressure in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Lakeside, CO

Average wind speed in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakeside, CO

Average humidity in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakeside, CO

Average rainfall in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakeside, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakeside, CO

Average snowfall in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakeside, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Lakeside, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakeside, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakeside, CO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakeside, CO

Average UV index in December - Lakeside, 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
Lakeside, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeside, 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
Lakeside, CO

Average visibility in December - Lakeside, 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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