Great Sand Dunes National Park weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)
What is the weather forecast for Great Sand Dunes National Park in December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
December in Great Sand Dunes National Park generally includes very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 1°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -12°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.
Precipitation
Great Sand Dunes National Park in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 7 days with snow/rain.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Great Sand Dunes National Park. May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Great Sand Dunes National Park climate page with graphs.
Great Sand Dunes National Park, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
1°C
Chance of Rain
24%
Precipitation
16 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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