December weather forecast
Clayton, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clayton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Clayton is December, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, New Mexico, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.4 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clayton, New Mexico, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Clayton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Clayton, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Clayton, the average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Clayton?

The coldest temperatures in Clayton, New Mexico, occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average December temperature in Clayton?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clayton, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Clayton?

The most humid month in Clayton is December, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

What is the average humidity in December in Clayton?

The average relative humidity in December in Clayton, New Mexico, is 54%.

How much does it rain in Clayton in December?

In Clayton, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Clayton?

In Clayton, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clayton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in December?

In Clayton, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Clayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clayton, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Clayton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Clayton, New Mexico, is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Clayton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clayton, NM

Average temperature in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Clayton, NM

Average pressure in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clayton, NM

Average wind speed in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Clayton, NM

Average humidity in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Clayton, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Clayton, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clayton, NM

Average snowfall in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clayton, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clayton, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clayton, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clayton, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Clayton, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Clayton, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Clayton, NM

Average visibility in December - Clayton, 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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