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Cripple Creek weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)

Interested in knowing the climate of Cripple Creek in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Cripple Creek typically brings very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December is part of winter. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 0°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -11°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Cripple Creek in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 15 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 6 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 219 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cripple Creek. June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cripple Creek, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
SunshineSunshine 219 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Colorado Springs, the United States of America (32 KM, 19 Miles).

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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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 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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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