December weather forecast
Silver City, NV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Silver City, Nevada, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Silver City, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Silver City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82 days and collects up to 9.65" (245mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Silver City, Nevada, are January through May, October through December. In December, in Silver City, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. In Silver City, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Silver City.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Silver City?

Temperature readings in Silver City, Nevada, reach their annual highs in December, averaging 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a minimum average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Is it cold in Silver City during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Silver City, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Silver City?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in December in Silver City?

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How many days does it rain in December in Silver City?

In Silver City, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Silver City in December?

In Silver City, Nevada, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Silver City?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Silver City, Nevada.

How many hours of daylight does Silver City have in December?

The average day length in December in Silver City, Nevada, is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Silver City?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Silver City?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Silver City, Nevada, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Silver City?

The average sunshine duration in December in Silver City, Nevada, is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Silver City?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Silver City, Nevada, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Silver City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Silver City, Nevada, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Silver City, NV

Average temperature in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Silver City, NV

Average pressure in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Silver City, NV

Average wind speed in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Silver City, NV

Average humidity in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).

Average rainfall in December
Silver City, NV

Average rainfall in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Silver City, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Silver City, NV

Average snowfall in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Silver City, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Silver City, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Silver City, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Silver City, NV

Average UV index in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Silver City, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Silver City, NV

Average visibility in December - Silver City, NV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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