December weather forecast
Stratton, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stratton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Stratton, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.3 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Stratton. In Stratton, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Stratton, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Stratton, is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Stratton, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stratton, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stratton, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stratton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stratton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stratton, CO

Average temperature in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Stratton, CO

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stratton, CO

Average wind speed in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Stratton, CO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (48%).

Average rainfall in December
Stratton, CO

Average rainfall in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Stratton, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stratton, CO

Average snowfall in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stratton, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stratton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stratton, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Stratton, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stratton, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Stratton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Stratton, CO

Average visibility in December - Stratton, 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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