December weather forecast
Pinewood Springs, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pinewood Springs, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.6°F (-8°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

Pinewood Springs's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

In Pinewood Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Pinewood Springs, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Pinewood Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.2 days and collects up to 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pinewood Springs, in December, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 42.36" (1076mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and a low of 17.6°F (-8°C).

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.4°F (1.9°C) and the low-temperature is 17.6°F (-8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pinewood Springs, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pinewood Springs, in December, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Pinewood Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pinewood Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pinewood Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average pressure in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average wind speed in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average humidity in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average rainfall in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average snowfall in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Pinewood Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average UV index in December - Pinewood Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Pinewood Springs, CO

Average visibility in December - Pinewood 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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