December weather forecast
Poncha Springs, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Poncha Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and max 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Poncha Springs's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In December, Poncha Springs records an average nighttime temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Poncha Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Poncha Springs, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Poncha Springs, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Poncha Springs.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Poncha Springs, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poncha Springs?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Poncha Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Poncha Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Poncha Springs?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average temperature in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average pressure in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average wind speed in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average humidity in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average rainfall in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average snowfall in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Poncha Springs, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poncha Springs, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Poncha Springs, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Poncha Springs, CO

Average visibility in December - Poncha Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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