December weather forecast
Maher, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maher, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and max 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Maher reports a consistent average low-temperature of 12.9°F (-10.6°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Maher, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maher, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.8 days and collects up to 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Maher are January through June, October through December. In Maher, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 13.31" (338mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.4 snowfall days, and 68.23" (1733mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maher. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
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. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 12.9°F (-10.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Maher, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Maher, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 13.31" (338mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maher have in December?

In Maher, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Maher, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Maher, CO

Average temperature in December - Maher, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Maher, CO

Average pressure in December - Maher, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maher, CO

Average wind speed in December - Maher, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Maher, CO

Average humidity in December - Maher, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Maher, CO

Average rainfall in December - Maher, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Maher, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Maher, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maher, CO

Average snowfall in December - Maher, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maher, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Maher, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maher, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maher, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Maher, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Maher, CO

Average UV index in December - Maher, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Maher, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Maher, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Maher, CO

Average visibility in December - Maher, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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