Denver’s Christmas weather history shows it isn’t usually a white one

Historical probability of at least 1 inch of snow on the ground on Christmas. (NOAA)
Historical probability of at least 1 inch of snow on the ground on Christmas. (NOAA)

As Christmas gets closer everyone always wonders if we are going to get the proverbial white Christmas. Unfortunately, if you look at Denver and Thornton weather history, the chances aren’t all that good but it also depends on what you define as a white Christmas.

If to you a white Christmas means having actual snowfall on Christmas Day the chances are pretty poor. But, if simply having snow on the ground suffices, the chances improve considerably.

For a complete look at Denver’s Christmas weather statistics, click here.

For the latest Thornton weather forecast for Christmas, check out our forecast page.