December weather forecast
Amalia, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Amalia, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Amalia observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). In December, Amalia experiences an average nighttime temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Amalia is 75%.

Rainfall

In Amalia, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.2 rainfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Amalia, New Mexico. In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. In Amalia, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.6 days and aggregates up to 28.58" (726mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Amalia is 6.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Amalia in December?

Amalia in December has an average high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Amalia?

In Amalia, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Amalia in December?

In Amalia, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Amalia in December?

In Amalia, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Amalia?

The month with the shortest days in Amalia, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Amalia have in December?

The average day length in December in Amalia is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Amalia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Amalia, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Amalia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Amalia is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Amalia?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Amalia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Amalia, NM

Average temperature in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Amalia, NM

Average pressure in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Amalia, NM

Average wind speed in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Amalia, NM

Average humidity in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Amalia, NM

Average rainfall in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Amalia, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Amalia, NM

Average snowfall in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Amalia, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Amalia, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Amalia, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Amalia, NM

Average UV index in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Amalia, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Amalia, NM

Average visibility in December - Amalia, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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