December weather forecast
Olney Springs, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Olney Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 43.5°F (6.4°C) and as low as 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Olney Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.8 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Olney Springs, Colorado, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Olney Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.8 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is December?

In Olney Springs, 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 57%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 57%.

How many days does it rain in December in Olney Springs?

In Olney Springs, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Olney Springs, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Olney Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Olney Springs, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, November and 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 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
Olney Springs, CO

Average temperature in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average pressure in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average wind speed in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average humidity in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average rainfall in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average snowfall in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olney Springs, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average UV index in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Olney Springs, CO

Average visibility in December - Olney Springs, 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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