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

Looking to travel to Ouray in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Ouray generally has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 1°C. But by evening, they drop to around -11°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Ouray in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ouray. 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 Ouray climate page with graphs.

 

Ouray, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  

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 Ouray in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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