Monthly climate guide
Colorado Springs weather in December
Expect cold weather in Colorado Springs in December: afternoons reach about 4°C (38°F), while nights drop to around -9°C (17°F). Around 14 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- It's one of the drier months, with about 60% less rain than Colorado Springs's average.
- Colorado Springs is usually about 10°C warmer than Aspen, 180 km away, in December.
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -9°C, and frost is common.
- In Colorado Springs, December is early winter.
December is typically Colorado Springs's coolest month.
Avg high
4°C
38°F
Avg low
-9°C
17°F
Rainfall
14 mm
very dry
Humidity
58%
relative
Sky
50%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Colorado Springs weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 39°F | -9°C / 17°F | 14 mm | 58% | 51% |
| February | 5°C / 40°F | -9°C / 16°F | 21 mm | 59% | 53% |
| March | 10°C / 51°F | -4°C / 24°F | 25 mm | 52% | 50% |
| April | 13°C / 56°F | -2°C / 28°F | 39 mm | 51% | 55% |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 2°C / 36°F | 61 mm | 51% | 54% |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 9°C / 49°F | 33 mm | 42% | 43% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 55°F | 78 mm | 52% | 50% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 12°C / 53°F | 51 mm | 51% | 47% |
| September | 23°C / 74°F | 8°C / 46°F | 41 mm | 49% | 39% |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 0°C / 32°F | 23 mm | 50% | 40% |
| November | 9°C / 49°F | -4°C / 25°F | 15 mm | 52% | 40% |
| December | 4°C / 38°F | -9°C / 17°F | 14 mm | 58% | 50% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is December a good time to visit Colorado Springs?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Colorado Springs →Other United States cities in December
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Colorado Springs in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Colorado Springs?
December is cool in Colorado Springs, with highs around 4°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Colorado Springs in December?
Average highs are about 4°C (38°F) and average lows about -9°C (17°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Colorado Springs in December?
Colorado Springs typically gets around 14 mm of rain in December — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Colorado Springs (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.