December weather forecast
Bloomfield, NM

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Weather in December

Winter sets itself in firmly during December in Bloomfield, New Mexico with a stark drop to a chilly average of 38.3°F (3.5°C). As temperatures plunge, the city witnesses a surge in snowfall, culminating the year with a beautiful white landscape. December is notably the month with the highest relative humidity level, emphasizing the presence of cold, damp conditions. Moreover, the pressure readings of 30.15in are the highest for the year, potentially resulting in crisp, clear Winter days. Despite being the coldest month, enchanting daylight hours and nearly consistent sunshine days make December a beautiful yet chilly end to the year.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Bloomfield experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Bloomfield experiences a steady low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bloomfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.2 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bloomfield, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bloomfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.6 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bloomfield, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bloomfield, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Bloomfield, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Bloomfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average temperature in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average pressure in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average wind speed in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average humidity in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

Average rainfall in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bloomfield, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bloomfield, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average visibility in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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