December weather forecast
Nucla, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Nucla, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

Nucla in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Nucla is 71%.

Rainfall

In Nucla, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.1 rainfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nucla, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow. In Nucla, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.7 days and aggregates up to 19.37" (492mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Nucla, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Nucla is 6.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Nucla in December?

In December, in Nucla, the average high-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nucla?

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Nucla in December?

In Nucla, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Nucla?

In Nucla, Colorado, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nucla?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Nucla?

The average day length in December in Nucla, Colorado, is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Nucla?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nucla?

The average sunshine duration in December in Nucla is 6.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nucla?

The months with the lowest UV index in Nucla, Colorado, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Nucla?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Nucla, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Nucla, CO

Average temperature in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Nucla, CO

Average pressure in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nucla, CO

Average wind speed in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Nucla, CO

Average humidity in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Nucla, CO

Average rainfall in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Nucla, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nucla, CO

Average snowfall in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nucla, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nucla, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Nucla, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Nucla, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Nucla, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Nucla, CO

Average visibility in December - Nucla, 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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