December weather forecast
Rush, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Rush, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°F (3.7°C) and min 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

Rush's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rush are January through May, October through December. In Rush, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.7 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rush, Colorado.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Rush, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Rush, the average sunshine in December is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Rush?

Rush's December weather, with an average high temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Is December cold in Rush?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rush are 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rush?

The average relative humidity in December in Rush, Colorado, is 61%.

What is the driest month in Rush?

The months with the least rainfall in Rush, Colorado, are January and December Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Rush in December?

In December, in Rush, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rush?

In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rush?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rush have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rush is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rush?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rush have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rush is 7h.

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

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 Rush?

In Rush, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Rush, CO

Average temperature in December - Rush, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rush, CO

Average pressure in December - Rush, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rush, CO

Average wind speed in December - Rush, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Rush, CO

Average humidity in December - Rush, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Rush, CO

Average rainfall in December - Rush, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Rush, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Rush, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rush, CO

Average snowfall in December - Rush, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rush, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Rush, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 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 and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rush, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rush, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Rush, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rush, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rush, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Rush, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Rush, CO

Average visibility in December - Rush, 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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