Average weather for Breckenridge in December
It's cold in December in Breckenridge with an average temperature of -3°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -7°C to a high of 1°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -15°C and -7°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Breckenridge with really cold temps, averaging around -2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -9°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around -2°C, with nights around -9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Breckenridge is around -5°C, while nighttime temps are about -12°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
In December, there is an average of 9,2 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. Of the total precipitation, about 74 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Breckenridge in December |
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-3°C | 9°C | |
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1°C | 12°C | |
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-7°C | -5°C | |
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9,2 mm | 133 mm | |
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3 days | 17 days | |
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74 cm | 9,7 cm | |
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23 days | 3 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 8°C in 2021, Breckenridge reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -17°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -25°C to a highest value of 3°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Breckenridge
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Breckenridge, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Breckenridge
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Breckenridge, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Breckenridge.
Daily Snowfall in December in Breckenridge
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Breckenridge, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in Breckenridge
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Breckenridge, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Breckenridge over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Breckenridge, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Breckenridge over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Breckenridge, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Breckenridge per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Breckenridge, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Breckenridge
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Average weather in Breckenridge by month
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