December weather forecast
Carson, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carson, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). During the nights in December, Carson observes an average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Carson is 75%.

Rainfall

In Carson, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 4.92" (125mm) 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 in Carson, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carson are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Carson?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Carson?

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

How much does it rain in Carson in December?

In December, in Carson, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Carson?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Carson in December?

In Carson, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carson?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carson, New Mexico.

How many hours of daylight does Carson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Carson?

On the first day of December in Carson, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carson?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Carson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Carson, New Mexico, is 6.5h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carson, New Mexico.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Carson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Carson, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carson, NM

Average temperature in December - Carson, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Carson, NM

Average pressure in December - Carson, 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
Carson, NM

Average wind speed in December - Carson, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Carson, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Carson, NM

Average rainfall in December - Carson, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Carson, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Carson, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carson, NM

Average snowfall in December - Carson, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carson, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Carson, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carson, 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 December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carson, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Carson, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Carson, NM

Average UV index in December - Carson, 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
Carson, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Carson, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Carson, NM

Average visibility in December - Carson, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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