Denver's December Heat: A Record-Breaking Month
Denver's December was a month of extremes, with temperatures soaring to near-record levels and a prolonged absence of snow. According to the National Weather Service, the city recorded its second-warmest December on record, narrowly missing the top spot. Despite cold spells at the beginning and end of the month, Denver still broke daily temperature records seven times, including on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
The city's heat was particularly notable, with 21 days of average temperatures more than 6 degrees above normal. This heatwave also contributed to Denver's fourth-longest snowless streak, lasting 224 days between April and November. When snow finally arrived on November 29, it marked the second-latest first snowfall on record, with the latest first snow recorded on December 10, 2021.
The year 2021 also witnessed the longest snow drought in Denver's history, with no snow falling for an astonishing 232 days. These extreme weather patterns have sparked curiosity and discussion, leaving many wondering about the implications for the city's climate and future weather trends.
