December weather forecastDurango, CO
December
Weather in December
December in Durango marks the height of winter with chilly days and colder nights. The high temperature dips to 32.4°F (0.2°C), highlighting the full effect of winter's grasp on the city. The prevalence of high humidity and frequent snowfall transforms the city into a snowy paradise, which attracts winter sports enthusiasts. Though daylight is scarce, the festive ambiance makes Durango a vibrant and magical place to conclude the year.Temperature
December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). In Durango, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 14.7°F (-9.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Durango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.4 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Durango, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 14.49" (368mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Durango, there are 69.1 snowfall days, and 74.06" (1881mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Durango, CO
- Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Durango, CO
- Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Durango, CO
- Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Durango, CO
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).
Average rainfall in December
Durango, CO
- Average rainfall in December: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Durango, CO
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Durango, CO
- Average snowfall in December: 14.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Durango, CO
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Durango, CO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Durango, CO
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Durango, CO
- Average UV index in December: 2
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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Durango, CO
- Average cloud cover in December: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in December
Durango, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
