December weather forecast
Claunch, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Claunch, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's mild 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Claunch experiences an average low-temperature reading of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Claunch is 53%.

Rainfall

In Claunch, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Claunch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Claunch are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Claunch. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Claunch, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Claunch.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Claunch are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. 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 attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Claunch?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48°F (8.9°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Claunch?

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

How much does it rain in Claunch in December?

In Claunch, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Claunch?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Claunch in December?

In Claunch, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Claunch?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Claunch?

On the first day of December in Claunch, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Claunch?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Claunch, New Mexico, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Claunch have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Claunch?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Claunch?

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

Average temperature in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Claunch, NM

Average pressure in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Claunch, NM

Average wind speed in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Claunch, NM

Average humidity in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (54%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (25%).

Average rainfall in December
Claunch, NM

Average rainfall in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Claunch, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Claunch, NM

Average snowfall in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Claunch, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Claunch, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Claunch, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Claunch, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Claunch, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Claunch, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Claunch, NM

Average visibility in December - Claunch, 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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