December weather forecast
Gallaher, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Gallaher, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Gallaher's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 50°F (10°C) to a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gallaher, New Mexico, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gallaher, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.6 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gallaher, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gallaher, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

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 6:41 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Gallaher are January, February and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Gallaher?

In Gallaher, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 50°F (10°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average December temperature in Gallaher?

In December, in Gallaher, the average high-temperature is 50°F (10°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Gallaher?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Gallaher?

In Gallaher, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.

How much does it rain in Gallaher in December?

In Gallaher, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gallaher?

In Gallaher, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gallaher?

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

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

The average day length in December in Gallaher, New Mexico, is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gallaher?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gallaher, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gallaher?

January, February and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Gallaher.

How many hours of sunshine does Gallaher have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gallaher?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gallaher?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gallaher, NM

Average temperature in December - Gallaher, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gallaher, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gallaher, NM

Average wind speed in December - Gallaher, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gallaher, NM

Average humidity in December - Gallaher, 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 (34%).

Average rainfall in December
Gallaher, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Gallaher, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Gallaher, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gallaher, NM

Average snowfall in December - Gallaher, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gallaher, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Gallaher, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 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
Gallaher, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gallaher, 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gallaher, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Gallaher, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Gallaher, NM

Average UV index in December - Gallaher, 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
Gallaher, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Gallaher, 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 13).

Average visibility in December
Gallaher, NM

Average visibility in December - Gallaher, 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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