December · United States
Best time to visit Vail in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Vail in December
Average temperature -11°C, 46 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -11°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Vail scores 8.4/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around -11°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Vail's deep powder, Bavarian-style village and back bowls make it one of Colorado's biggest ski resorts.
December in Vail: strong conditions, 4th of 12
December averages -11°C (13°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
At 46 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.2 hours of daylight.
It scores 8.4/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Vail in December?
- In December, Vail averages -11°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Vail?
- December earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Vail in December?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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