December weather forecast
Somerset, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Somerset, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and max 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) from November's cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). During December, Somerset experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Somerset is 79%.

Rainfall

In Somerset, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Somerset, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 13.31" (338mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.4 snowfall days, and 68.23" (1733mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Somerset. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Somerset in December?

During December, Somerset experiences an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Somerset?

In Somerset, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Somerset in December?

In Somerset, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Somerset?

In December, in Somerset, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Somerset?

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

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

In Somerset, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Somerset?

On the first day of December in Somerset, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Somerset have in December?

In Somerset, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Somerset?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Somerset?

In Somerset, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Somerset, CO

Average temperature in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerset, CO

Average pressure in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Somerset, CO

Average wind speed in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerset, CO

Average humidity in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Somerset, CO

Average rainfall in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerset, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerset, CO

Average snowfall in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerset, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerset, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerset, CO

Average UV index in December - Somerset, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Somerset, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Somerset, 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 13).

Average visibility in December
Somerset, CO

Average visibility in December - Somerset, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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