December weather forecast
Wolcott, CO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wolcott, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 4.1°F (-15.5°C) and max 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C). Wolcott records an average low of 4.1°F (-15.5°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Wolcott, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Wolcott, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Wolcott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.7 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Wolcott, in December, snow falls for 16.5 days, with typically accumulated 10.94" (278mm) of snow. In Wolcott, during the entire year, snow falls for 118.4 days and aggregates up to 93.39" (2372mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Wolcott experiences an average high-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 4.1°F (-15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wolcott, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wolcott, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wolcott, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 10.94" (278mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Wolcott, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wolcott have in December?

In Wolcott, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wolcott, CO

Average temperature in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Wolcott, CO

Average pressure in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wolcott, CO

Average wind speed in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wolcott, CO

Average humidity in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in December
Wolcott, CO

Average rainfall in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Wolcott, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wolcott, CO

Average snowfall in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (15.16").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wolcott, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wolcott, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wolcott, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Wolcott, CO

Average UV index in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wolcott, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Wolcott, CO

Average visibility in December - Wolcott, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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