Denver · WinterMonth summary
Denver weather in December
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°F – 46°F
🌧 Rainy days
12% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Denver in December?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: Not the best window: 12% rain risk and 8.8h of sunshine. September is much safer.
By trip type
Denver in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
Winter in Denver is cool (8°F during the day). Days are short (8.8h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Rain risk remains low (12% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (9.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 18°F | 41°F | 16% | 0.0in | 9.0h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 16°F | 43°F | 19% | 0.0in | 9.9h | 5.2/10 |
| ⛅ March | 25°F | 54°F | 27% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 6.9/10 |
| ⛅ April | 34°F | 63°F | 27% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 43°F | 70°F | 40% | 0.1in | 13.1h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 55°F | 84°F | 22% | 0.1in | 13.8h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 61°F | 90°F | 23% | 0.0in | 13.5h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 59°F | 88°F | 25% | 0.0in | 12.6h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ September | 52°F | 82°F | 14% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 9.2/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 39°F | 70°F | 15% | 0.0in | 10.5h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ November | 28°F | 54°F | 14% | 0.0in | 9.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 23°F | 46°F | 12% | 0.0in | 8.8h | 5.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Denver averages 46°F, 12% rainy days and 8.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.8/10.
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Comparison
December vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +20°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +2%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Denver in December
Is December a good time to visit Denver?
December is an acceptable time for Denver (score 5.8/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (9.2/10) if possible.
What's the weather like in Denver in December?
It's cool with 46°F daytime and 23°F at night. 8.8h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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