December weather forecast
Caprock, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Caprock, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.1°F (11.7°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Throughout the December nights, Caprock encounters a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

In Caprock, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Caprock, there are 77 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Caprock. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Caprock, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Caprock. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Caprock?

The high-temperature in Caprock during December is 53.1°F (11.7°C) and the low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Caprock?

In December, the average relative humidity in Caprock, New Mexico, is 51%.

How much does it rain in Caprock in December?

In Caprock, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Caprock?

The month with the most snowfall in Caprock is December, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Caprock in December?

In Caprock, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Caprock?

December has the shortest days of the year in Caprock, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Caprock, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Caprock?

On the first day of December in Caprock, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Caprock?

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Caprock.

How long on average sun shines in December in Caprock?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Caprock?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Caprock, New Mexico, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Caprock?

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

Average temperature in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Caprock, NM

Average pressure in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Caprock, NM

Average wind speed in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Caprock, NM

Average humidity in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in December
Caprock, NM

Average rainfall in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Caprock, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Caprock, NM

Average snowfall in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Caprock, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
Caprock, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Caprock, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Caprock, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Caprock, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Caprock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Caprock, NM

Average visibility in December - Caprock, 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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