December weather forecast
Elida, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elida, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elida, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Elida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.1 days and collects up to 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elida, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December, known for its average high temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low temperature of 34°F (1.1°C), is the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Elida in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elida, records 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elida?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elida have in December?

In Elida, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Elida, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elida, NM

Average temperature in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average pressure in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average wind speed in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average humidity in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average rainfall in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average snowfall in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elida, 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: 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
Elida, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average UV index in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Elida, 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
Elida, NM

Average visibility in December - Elida, 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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