Rocky Mountain National Park weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)
Will it be warm or cold in Rocky Mountain National Park this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
In December, Rocky Mountain National Park typically experiences very low temperatures and high snowfall. December is part of winter. Anticipate daytime highs near -3°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -12°C. The coldest month of the year calls for plenty of warm layers. Be sure to pack your winter gear.
Precipitation
Rocky Mountain National Park in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 21 days of snow this month.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rocky Mountain National Park. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rocky Mountain National Park climate page with graphs.
Rocky Mountain National Park, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
69%
Precipitation
103 mm
Rainy days
21 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.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Rocky Mountain National Park should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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