December weather forecast
Meeker, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meeker, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Meeker encounters an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Meeker, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Meeker, Colorado, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Meeker, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Meeker is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Meeker are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Meeker?

During December, Meeker experiences an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Meeker?

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

How much does it rain in Meeker in December?

In Meeker, Colorado, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Meeker?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Meeker. Snow falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Meeker in December?

In Meeker, during December, snow falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Meeker?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Meeker, Colorado.

How many hours of daylight does Meeker have in December?

The average day length in December in Meeker, Colorado, is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Meeker?

On the first day of December in Meeker, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Meeker?

The average sunshine duration in December in Meeker, Colorado, is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Meeker?

The months with the lowest UV index in Meeker, Colorado, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Meeker?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Meeker is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Meeker, CO

Average temperature in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Meeker, CO

Average pressure in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Meeker, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Meeker, CO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Meeker, CO

Average rainfall in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Meeker, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meeker, CO

Average snowfall in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.41").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meeker, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meeker, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meeker, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Meeker, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Meeker, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Meeker, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are 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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