December weather forecast
Denver, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Denver, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) in November to a still icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). Throughout December, Denver encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Denver are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Denver, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Denver. In December, it is snowing for 20.4 days. Throughout December, 12.4" (315mm) of snow is accumulated. In Denver, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 109 days and aggregates up to 66.93" (1700mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Denver. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Denver in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Denver, is 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Denver?

The months with the highest humidity in Denver, New York, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December in Denver?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Denver?

In Denver, New York, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Denver in December?

In December, it is snowing for 20.4 days. Throughout December, 12.4" (315mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Denver?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Denver is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Denver?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Denver, New York, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Denver?

The average sunshine duration in December in Denver, New York, is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Denver?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Denver?

In Denver, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Denver, NY

Average temperature in December - Denver, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Denver, NY

Average pressure in December - Denver, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Denver, NY

Average wind speed in December - Denver, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Denver, NY

Average humidity in December - Denver, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Denver, NY

Average rainfall in December - Denver, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Denver, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Denver, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Denver, NY

Average snowfall in December - Denver, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Denver, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Denver, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Denver, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denver, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denver, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Denver, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Denver, NY

Average UV index in December - Denver, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Denver, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Denver, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Denver, NY

Average visibility in December - Denver, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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