December weather forecast
Crossroads, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Crossroads, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Crossroads is 53%.

Rainfall

In Crossroads, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Crossroads, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Crossroads are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Crossroads, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.9 days and aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Crossroads.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Crossroads?

December is the month when Crossroads, New Mexico, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low of 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average December temperature in Crossroads?

In Crossroads, 51.3°F (10.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crossroads?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Crossroads?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Crossroads in December?

In Crossroads, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crossroads?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length in Crossroads is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Crossroads?

On the first day of December in Crossroads, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Crossroads?

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Crossroads.

How many hours of sunshine does Crossroads have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Crossroads?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Crossroads?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Crossroads, NM

Average temperature in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Crossroads, NM

Average pressure in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Crossroads, NM

Average wind speed in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Crossroads, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Crossroads, NM

Average rainfall in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Crossroads, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and September (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Crossroads, NM

Average snowfall in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Crossroads, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Crossroads, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Crossroads, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Crossroads, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Crossroads, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Crossroads, NM

Average visibility in December - Crossroads, 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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