December weather forecast
Crownpoint, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Crownpoint, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

During Crownpoint's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). In December, Crownpoint records an average nighttime temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Crownpoint, New Mexico, is 66%.

Rainfall

In Crownpoint, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69.2 rainfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Crownpoint are January through May, October through December. In Crownpoint, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. 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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Crownpoint?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Crownpoint are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crownpoint?

The average relative humidity in December in Crownpoint is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December in Crownpoint?

In Crownpoint, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Crownpoint?

In Crownpoint, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crownpoint?

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

How many hours of daylight does Crownpoint have in December?

In Crownpoint, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Crownpoint?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Crownpoint, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Crownpoint?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Crownpoint?

In Crownpoint, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

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

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 Crownpoint?

In Crownpoint, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Crownpoint, NM

Average temperature in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average pressure in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average wind speed in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average humidity in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average rainfall in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average snowfall in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average UV index in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Crownpoint, 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
Crownpoint, NM

Average visibility in December - Crownpoint, 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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