December weather forecast
Placerville, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Placerville, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and min 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Temperature

In Placerville, December records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and reaching a low of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Placerville, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Placerville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Placerville, during December, snow falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 18.15" (461mm) of snow. In Placerville, during the entire year, snow falls for 117.7 days and aggregates up to 123.82" (3145mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Placerville is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December, known for its average high temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

Placerville in December has an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Placerville, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Placerville, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 18.15" (461mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Placerville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Placerville, Colorado, is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Placerville, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Placerville, CO

Average temperature in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Placerville, CO

Average pressure in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Placerville, CO

Average wind speed in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Placerville, CO

Average humidity in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

Average rainfall in December
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 18.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in December
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Placerville, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Placerville, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Placerville, CO

Average UV index in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Placerville, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Placerville, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Placerville, CO

Average visibility in December - Placerville, 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 and December (4mi).

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