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Crested Butte weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Crested Butte in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Crested Butte generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -16°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Crested Butte in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of snow.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Crested Butte. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Crested Butte climate page with graphs.

 

Crested Butte, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
* Data from: Aspen, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Crested Butte in December?

Visitors traveling to Crested Butte 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 in December.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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