December · United States
Best time to visit Denver in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Denver in December
Average temperature 1°C, 16 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.1/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 1°C
- Rainfall
- 16 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Denver scores 7.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 16 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mile-high parks, craft breweries, and Front Range day trips peak May through September.
December holds up well in Denver — 10th best month
December averages 1°C (34°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Expect 16 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.4 daylight hours.
It scores 7.1/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 2.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Denver in December?
- In December, Denver averages 1°C, 16 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Denver?
- December earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Denver in December?
- Expect about 16 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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