Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in December
In December, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park averages a high of 36°F and a low of 13°F, with 1.5 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 5,100 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 29 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 36° / 13°F
- Precipitation
- 1.5in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 9h 29m
- Visitors
- 5,100
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (busy) and June (very busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Montrose #2, CO at 5,789 ft averages a December high of 41°F and a low of 18°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison, CO, 3.5 miles from the park's center, 8,151 ft. Second station lower down: Montrose #2, CO, 5,789 ft, 9.8 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Verde National Park | 40° / 20° | Quiet | Cold |
| Arches National Park | 42° / 24° | Quiet | Cool |
| Canyonlands National Park | 42° / 18° | Quiet | Cool |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 34° / 12° | Quiet | Cold |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 30° / 5° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on nps.gov
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