December weather forecast
Silver Plume, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Silver Plume, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and min 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

Silver Plume reaches its lowest average temperatures in December, measuring 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at the peak and 8.1°F (-13.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Silver Plume, in December, snow falls for 14.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.38" (162mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 127.6 snowfall days, and 93.94" (2386mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Silver Plume, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Silver Plume, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Silver Plume?

Silver Plume's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) to a low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

How cold is December in Silver Plume?

During December, Silver Plume experiences an average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Silver Plume, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the driest month in Silver Plume?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Silver Plume, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Silver Plume, Colorado, it is snowing for 14.8 days. Throughout December, 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Silver Plume have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Silver Plume have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average temperature in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (8.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average pressure in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average wind speed in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average humidity in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average rainfall in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average snowfall in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (17.48").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average UV index in December - Silver Plume, 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
Silver Plume, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Silver Plume, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Silver Plume, CO

Average visibility in December - Silver Plume, 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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