December weather forecast
Bosque, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bosque, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bosque is 56%.

Rainfall

In Bosque, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.7 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Bosque. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bosque.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Bosque, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Bosque.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bosque, New Mexico. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Bosque?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bosque during December are 46°F (7.8°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Bosque?

In Bosque, the average relative humidity in December is 56%.

How much does it rain in Bosque in December?

In Bosque, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Bosque?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Bosque. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bosque in December?

In Bosque, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bosque?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bosque, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bosque?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bosque?

On the first day of December in Bosque, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Bosque?

The months with the least sunshine in Bosque are January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bosque have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bosque?

In Bosque, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bosque, NM

Average temperature in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bosque, NM

Average pressure in December - Bosque, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bosque, NM

Average wind speed in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bosque, NM

Average humidity in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

Average rainfall in December
Bosque, NM

Average rainfall in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Bosque, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bosque, NM

Average snowfall in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bosque, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bosque, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bosque, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bosque, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Bosque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Bosque, NM

Average visibility in December - Bosque, 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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