December weather forecast
Church Rock, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Church Rock, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Church Rock is 66%.

Rainfall

In Church Rock, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Church Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Church Rock. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Church Rock are January and December, with an average of 6.5h of 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Church Rock, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Church Rock, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is 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?

In Church Rock, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Church Rock?

January and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Church Rock.

How many hours of sunshine does Church Rock have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Church Rock, NM

Average temperature in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Church Rock, NM

Average pressure in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Church Rock, NM

Average wind speed in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Church Rock, NM

Average humidity in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in December
Church Rock, NM

Average rainfall in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Church Rock, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Church Rock, NM

Average snowfall in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Church Rock, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 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
Church Rock, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Church Rock, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Church Rock, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Church Rock, NM

Average UV index in December - Church Rock, 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
Church Rock, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Church Rock, NM

Average visibility in December - Church Rock, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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