December weather forecast
Cedar Crest, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cedar Crest, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Cedar Crest, New Mexico, is 62%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Crest, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cedar Crest, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 62%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cedar Crest, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cedar Crest, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Cedar Crest?

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in December?

In Cedar Crest, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average temperature in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average pressure in December - Cedar Crest, 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
Cedar Crest, NM

Average wind speed in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average humidity in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Crest, 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 June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Crest, 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: 7h

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

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average UV index in December - Cedar Crest, 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
Cedar Crest, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Crest, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Crest, NM

Average visibility in December - Cedar Crest, 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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