Steamboat Springs weather in December (Colorado, United States of America)
How is December weather typically in Steamboat Springs? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
During December, Steamboat Springs usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is part of winter. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near -1°C, cooling down at night to around -13°C. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.
Precipitation
Steamboat Springs in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Since this month has the highest rainfall, keep an umbrella with you to handle sudden showers. Climate data suggests that about 21 days will experience snowfall.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Steamboat Springs. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Steamboat Springs climate page with graphs.
Steamboat Springs, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-13°C
Max Temperature
-1°C
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
77 mm
Rainy days
21 days
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.
perfect weather
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Steamboat Springs should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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