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

What's the typical weather in Fruita for December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Fruita includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 3°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -9°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Precipitation

Fruita in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 24 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 8 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 181 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Fruita. April, May, June, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Fruita, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 24 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Grand Junction, the United States of America (17 KM, 10 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
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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