December weather forecast
Gallegos, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gallegos, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

In Gallegos, the month of December is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gallegos, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.2 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Gallegos's December weather, with an average high temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average low temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

What is the usual temperature for Gallegos in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gallegos, is 48.9°F (9.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 54%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gallegos, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Gallegos?

In Gallegos, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gallegos?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gallegos have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gallegos?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gallegos, NM

Average temperature in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Gallegos, NM

Average pressure in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gallegos, NM

Average wind speed in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gallegos, NM

Average humidity in December - Gallegos, 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 (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Gallegos, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gallegos, 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: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average sunshine days in December
Gallegos, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gallegos, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gallegos, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Gallegos, NM

Average visibility in December - Gallegos, 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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