December Rainfall and Precipitation in Colorado
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Colorado, the United States of America in December.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Colorado precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much snowfall does Colorado, the United States of America receive in December?
In December, Breckenridge typically receives modest snowfall, around 46 mm (1.8 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Colorado, the United States of America in December?
Expect around 16 days rainy days in Breckenridge during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in Colorado, the United States of America?
Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Colorado, the United States of America.
What is the wettest city in December in Colorado, the United States of America?
In our database, Telluride stands out as having an average snowfall level of 131 mm (5.2 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in December in Colorado, the United States of America?
In our records, Fountain stands out as the driest city in Colorado, the United States of America for December, averaging just 8.9 mm (0.4 in).
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