December weather forecast
Gila, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gila, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 56%, December is the most humid month in Gila.

Rainfall

In Gila, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gila, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What are December temperatures?

Gila in December has an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gila, the average relative humidity in December is 56%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gila, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gila, the average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:18 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 in Gila.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Gila, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Gila, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gila, NM

Average pressure in December - Gila, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gila, NM

Average wind speed in December - Gila, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Gila, NM

Average humidity in December - Gila, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Gila, NM

Average rainfall in December - Gila, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Gila, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Gila, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gila, NM

Average snowfall in December - Gila, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gila, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Gila, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 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
Gila, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gila, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gila, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Gila, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gila, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Gila, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Gila, 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 May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Gila, NM

Average visibility in December - Gila, 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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