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Highlands Ranch weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Highlands Ranch in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

During December, Highlands Ranch usually has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 6°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -8°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Highlands Ranch in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 7 days will experience snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 195 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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

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Highlands Ranch, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 29 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 56% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 67% *  
Data from: Denver, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 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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