December weather forecast
Estancia, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Estancia, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Estancia witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Estancia, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Estancia. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Estancia, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Estancia.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Estancia during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Estancia, New Mexico, during December are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Estancia?

In Estancia, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

How many days does it rain in December in Estancia?

In Estancia, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Estancia?

The month with the most snowfall in Estancia, New Mexico, is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Estancia in December?

In Estancia, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Estancia?

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

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

In Estancia, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Estancia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Estancia?

The month with the least sunshine in Estancia, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Estancia have in December?

In Estancia, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Estancia?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Estancia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Estancia, NM

Average temperature in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Estancia, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Estancia, NM

Average wind speed in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Estancia, NM

Average humidity in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Estancia, NM

Average rainfall in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Estancia, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Estancia, NM

Average snowfall in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Estancia, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Estancia, 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 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Estancia, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Estancia, NM

Average UV index in December - Estancia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Estancia, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Estancia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Estancia, NM

Average visibility in December - Estancia, 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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