December weather forecast
Pitkin, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Pitkin, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3°F (-16.1°C) and an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

Pitkin's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low temperature of 3°F (-16.1°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Pitkin, in December, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pitkin, there are 102.9 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Pitkin, Colorado, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow. In Pitkin, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.8 days and aggregates up to 41.65" (1058mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pitkin is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Pitkin, Colorado, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Pitkin?

December is the month when Pitkin sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 3°F (-16.1°C).

How cold is it in Pitkin in December?

In Pitkin, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 3°F (-16.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pitkin?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Pitkin in December?

In Pitkin, during December, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pitkin?

In Pitkin, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pitkin?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length in Pitkin is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pitkin?

On the first day of December in Pitkin, Colorado, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pitkin?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pitkin, Colorado, is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pitkin?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pitkin.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pitkin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pitkin, Colorado, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pitkin, CO

Average temperature in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pitkin, CO

Average pressure in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pitkin, CO

Average wind speed in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pitkin, CO

Average humidity in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Pitkin, CO

Average rainfall in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Pitkin, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pitkin, CO

Average snowfall in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (7.36").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pitkin, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pitkin, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pitkin, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pitkin, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Pitkin, CO

Average visibility in December - Pitkin, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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, February, March and December (4mi).

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