Golden Weather in December

What's the weather like in Golden (Colorado) in December 2024?

The climate in Golden during December can be summarized as cold and dry.

December is in the winter in Golden and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 6°C (43°F), whilst at night -10°C (15°F) is normal.

Golden weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 6.1°C 43°F
Nightly temperature -9.7°C 14.5°F
Average temperature -1.8°C 28.8°F
Daily sunshine 7 hrs
Avg rainfall 21 mm 0.8 ins
Rainy days 6 days
Sea temperature 11.9°C 53.5°F
Humidity 55%
Windspeed 16.2kph 10 mph

On average December is the 3rd driest month of the year in Golden with around 21mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day.

December temperatures in Golden

Golden average temperature in December

December rainfall

Golden average rain in December

December hourly sunshine

Golden average rain in December

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Golden in December 2024.

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Golden weather stats

Golden weather statistics
Hottest month: July 27.8°C 82°F
Driest month: January 19mm 0.7ins
Sunniest month: September 9.6hrs
Coldest month: January 5.3°C 41.5°F
Wettest month: May 64mm 2.5ins
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