December weather forecast
Ordway, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ordway, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), December is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ordway, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ordway is 6.8h.

UV index

January, 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Ordway?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Ordway?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 57%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ordway 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 6:53 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average pressure in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average wind speed in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average humidity in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average rainfall in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average snowfall in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average UV index in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Ordway, 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
Ordway, CO

Average visibility in December - Ordway, 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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