Delta weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)

How's the weather trend in Delta as December approaches? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Delta includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. Experience the winter season in December. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -9°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Delta in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 5 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With about 181 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Delta. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Delta, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 18%  

Precipitation 14 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 181 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grand Junction, the United States of America (57 KM, 35 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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