Englewood Weather in December (1981–2025)

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December at a Glance in Englewood

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
4.9°C
Avg Low
❄️
-6.6°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
-0.8°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
19 mm
Avg Humidity
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56%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.6 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
2.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-10.1°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies💧Dry month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Englewood December Weather Overview

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Englewood, with average highs near 4.9°C and lows around -6.6°C (mean -0.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 19 mm of rainfall and 56% relative humidity across the period.

Englewood December Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Englewood. Across 45 years of records, the warmest December in Englewood was 2025 — when the month averaged 4.6°C — while the coldest was 1983 at -5.7°C. Typical December days reach 4.9°C with nights near -6.6°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.6°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp-2.1°C→2.1°C+4.2°C
Max Temp3.7°C→8.2°C+4.5°C
Min Temp-7.9°C→-4.0°C+3.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.7°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

-6.0°C–-3.2°C2 yr (4%)
-3.2°C–-0.5°C25 yr (56%)
-0.5°C–2.3°C15 yr (33%)
2.3°C–5.0°C3 yr (7%)

Englewood December Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

December is one of the drier months in Englewood, averaging 19 mm of rainfall. The wettest December on record was 2006 with 56 mm, while the driest was 2002 at 5 mm.

Englewood December Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Englewood during December averages 56%. The most humid December was 1983 at 70%, and the least humid was 2021 at 44%.

Englewood December Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

December receives about 2.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Englewood. The sunniest Decembers were 1995, 2001 and 2021, among others at 2.5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1987 at 2.

Englewood December Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Englewood during December is 2.6 m/s. The windiest Decembers were 1996 and 2008 at 3.2 m/s, while the calmest was 1986 at 1.9 m/s.

What December Feels Like in Englewood

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Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cold
Afternoon
🌆
Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How December Ranks in Englewood

🥶2nd coolest month of the year
🌵2nd driest month of the year
☀️12th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Englewood Weather by Month

Englewood December Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp-2.0°C-0.9°C-1.3°C-0.8°C1.6°C+3.6°C
Avg High3.6°C4.8°C4.5°C5.0°C7.6°C+4°C
Avg Low-7.7°C-6.6°C-7.0°C-6.6°C-4.4°C+3.3°C
Avg Rain23 mm14 mm19 mm18 mm19 mm-4 mm

Extreme December Records in Englewood

🔥Warmest December21.2°C2021
🧊Coldest December-23.8°C1982
🌧️Wettest December56 mm2006
🏜️Driest December5 mm2002
🌬️Windiest December3.2 m/s1996

Key Insights for December

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December temperatures in Englewood have risen by about 4.2°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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December has ranged from a record low of -23.8°C (1982) to a record high of 21.2°C (2021).

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Rainfall in December is one of the drier months, averaging 19 mm, with a wettest year of 56 mm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Englewood?

A quieter season to visit Englewood

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of July and August tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Englewood. That said, December — with days averaging 4.9°C and nights around -6.6°C (mean -0.8°C) and low rainfall (19 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Englewood's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Englewood Weather in December — In Depth

☀️ December climate overview

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Englewood, with average highs near 4.9°C and lows around -6.6°C (mean -0.8°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 19 mm of rainfall and 56% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in December

December averages 19 mm of rainfall in Englewood, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest December on record saw 56 mm (2006), and the driest just 5 mm (2002). Humidity sits around 56% and average wind speed is 2.6 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 2.3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How December has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average December temperatures have risen by about 4.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 3.7°C to 8.2°C and overnight lows from -7.9°C to -4°C over the same span.
December Weather in Englewood, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥11.1°C4.6°C-2.0°C19.2°C-10.1°C16 mm50%2.9 m/s—
20248.8°C2.9°C-2.9°C15.0°C-8.4°C11 mm47%2.2 m/s2.3
20236.8°C1.4°C-4.0°C15.6°C-9.7°C22 mm55%2.5 m/s2.2
20225.0°C-1.2°C-7.4°C13.1°C-21.1°C31 mm54%2.8 m/s2.1
20219.4°C2.9°C-3.7°C21.2°C-9.7°C14 mm44%2.9 m/s2.5
20204.7°C-0.9°C-6.5°C15.1°C-12.6°C21 mm52%2.7 m/s2.2
20195.4°C-0.2°C-5.7°C12.2°C-13.9°C17 mm55%2.3 m/s2.3
20184.7°C-0.9°C-6.5°C11.8°C-17.4°C7 mm52%2.3 m/s2.4
20177.5°C1.3°C-4.9°C15.7°C-11.9°C12 mm49%2.5 m/s2.4
20164.1°C-1.9°C-8.0°C11.4°C-18.0°C22 mm55%2.7 m/s2.4
20153.9°C-1.5°C-7.0°C13.8°C-14.5°C20 mm58%2.6 m/s2.3
20144.7°C-0.7°C-6.1°C15.9°C-20.2°C22 mm61%2 m/s2.1
20134.0°C-2.2°C-8.3°C12.0°C-18.4°C15 mm59%2.7 m/s2.4
20125.0°C-0.9°C-6.8°C17.5°C-13.9°C15 mm53%2.4 m/s2.1
20113.9°C-1.9°C-7.7°C12.7°C-17.2°C30 mm59%2.4 m/s2.4
20107.1°C1.3°C-4.6°C12.7°C-17.2°C15 mm58%2.2 m/s2.3
20091.0°C-4.6°C-10.1°C9.7°C-20.7°C19 mm60%2.6 m/s2.2
20084.1°C-1.9°C-7.9°C14.4°C-18.0°C19 mm58%3.2 m/s2.3
20072.6°C-3.0°C-8.6°C15.4°C-17.9°C30 mm61%2.9 m/s2.2
2006 🌧️4.0°C-1.6°C-7.2°C14.1°C-16.9°C56 mm67%2.7 m/s2.1
20054.6°C-1.5°C-7.6°C15.1°C-20.0°C16 mm56%2.9 m/s2.3
20046.2°C0.5°C-5.3°C11.6°C-16.4°C12 mm56%2.8 m/s2.4
20036.8°C0.8°C-5.2°C13.6°C-11.2°C12 mm50%2.8 m/s2.3
20025.8°C0.4°C-5.0°C11.9°C-12.2°C5 mm52%2.2 m/s2.3
20015.8°C-0.2°C-6.1°C11.9°C-11.2°C10 mm51%2.6 m/s2.5
20004.2°C-1.6°C-7.5°C11.9°C-14.2°C15 mm58%2.5 m/s2.4
19995.1°C-0.2°C-5.5°C14.5°C-10.4°C24 mm54%2.7 m/s2.2
19985.7°C-0.5°C-6.7°C19.2°C-18.2°C17 mm56%2.4 m/s2.2
19972.9°C-2.0°C-7.0°C10.6°C-12.4°C21 mm64%2.7 m/s2.2
19964.5°C-1.3°C-7.1°C13.5°C-20.3°C20 mm56%3.2 m/s2.3
19955.9°C0.3°C-5.3°C16.1°C-12.4°C13 mm57%2.1 m/s2.5
19947.0°C1.3°C-4.4°C14.6°C-12.8°C8 mm51%2.2 m/s2.3
19934.8°C-0.8°C-6.3°C12.7°C-14.8°C13 mm54%2.8 m/s2.4
19923.9°C-2.2°C-8.3°C11.9°C-14.5°C16 mm60%2.5 m/s2.4
19915.2°C-0.3°C-5.7°C11.8°C-13.0°C5 mm59%2.5 m/s2.5
19903.2°C-3.1°C-9.4°C14.3°C-22.2°C8 mm53%2.7 m/s2.4
19892.9°C-2.7°C-8.3°C14.4°C-19.7°C20 mm58%2.7 m/s2.3
19884.4°C-1.4°C-7.3°C13.2°C-16.3°C24 mm53%2.6 m/s2.2
19872.6°C-2.7°C-8.0°C15.4°C-17.2°C37 mm64%2.7 m/s2
19864.4°C-0.8°C-6.0°C9.8°C-15.5°C10 mm59%1.9 m/s2.5
19853.7°C-2.0°C-7.7°C10.5°C-20.6°C17 mm61%3 m/s2.2
19845.6°C-0.3°C-6.2°C12.6°C-11.7°C13 mm60%2.8 m/s2.3
1983 ❄️-0.4°C-5.7°C-10.9°C7.5°C-23.0°C25 mm70%2.6 m/s—
19823.8°C-2.2°C-8.2°C13.1°C-23.8°C39 mm62%2.7 m/s—
19815.6°C-0.4°C-6.3°C16.4°C-16.3°C27 mm55%2.9 m/s—

Actual recorded December data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Englewood December Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Englewood in December?▼

The average high in December is around 4.9°C with lows near -6.6°C (mean -0.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Englewood in December?▼

December averages 19 mm of rainfall in Englewood, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 56 mm in 2006.

What was the hottest December on record in Englewood?▼

The hottest December reached 21.2°C in 2021. The coldest dipped to -23.8°C in 1982.

Has December in Englewood gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average December temperatures have risen by about 4.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 3.7°C to 8.2°C and overnight lows from -7.9°C to -4°C over the same span.

Is December a good time to visit Englewood?▼

December is one of the cooler months of the year in Englewood and one of the drier months, so plan for around 4.9°C daytime highs and -6.6°C at night.

Is December the coldest month in Englewood?▼

Not quite — December is the 2nd coolest month in Englewood, averaging -0.8°C.

What should I pack for Englewood in December?▼

For December in Englewood, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 4.9°C and lows of -6.6°C.

Is Englewood humid in December?▼

Relative humidity in December averages 56% — moderately humid.

How windy is Englewood in December?▼

Average wind speed in December is 2.6 m/s. The windiest December on record averaged 3.2 m/s (1996).

Which December had the most rainfall in Englewood?▼

The wettest December on record was 2006 with 56 mm. On average, December sees 19 mm.

Where does this December weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Englewood behaves each December, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for December specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.