December · United States
Best time to visit Telluride in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Telluride in December
Average temperature -8°C, 43 mm of rain, about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.1/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -8°C
- Rainfall
- 43 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 3
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Telluride scores 9.1/10 for snow and ski travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around -8°C, 43 mm of rain, and roughly 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Telluride sits in a box canyon with a free gondola to its ski mountain and a Victorian mining town core.
December ranks 3rd of 12 for Telluride — one of the best windows
December averages -8°C (17°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
Precipitation is light at 43 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.4 hours of daylight.
A 9.1/10 puts this among the year's best months in Telluride (3rd of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.4/10.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Telluride in December?
- In December, Telluride averages -8°C, 43 mm of rain, and about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Telluride?
- December earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Telluride in December?
- Expect about 43 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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