December weather forecast
Bluewater, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bluewater, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). Bluewater witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bluewater, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bluewater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bluewater, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bluewater, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bluewater, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Bluewater is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bluewater are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of 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

Is December cold in Bluewater?

December temperatures in Bluewater vary between a high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bluewater?

The average relative humidity in December in Bluewater is 64%.

How much does it rain in Bluewater in December?

In Bluewater, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bluewater?

In Bluewater, New Mexico, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bluewater?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bluewater, New Mexico.

How many hours of daylight does Bluewater have in December?

The average day length in December in Bluewater, New Mexico, is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bluewater?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bluewater, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bluewater?

In Bluewater, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bluewater?

In Bluewater, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bluewater, NM

Average temperature in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bluewater, NM

Average pressure in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bluewater, NM

Average wind speed in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bluewater, NM

Average humidity in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Bluewater, NM

Average rainfall in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Bluewater, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bluewater, NM

Average snowfall in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bluewater, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bluewater, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bluewater, NM

Average UV index in December - Bluewater, 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
Bluewater, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Bluewater, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Bluewater, NM

Average visibility in December - Bluewater, NM
  • 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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