December weather forecast
Hobbs, NM

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Weather in December

December in Hobbs marks the start of winter. Shorter days, low temperatures, and a drop in average wind speed set the tone for rigid winter months ahead. Of note are the relatively high average snowfall levels of 1.22" (31mm) along with the maximum snowfall days that climb to 1.9. As Hobbs transitions from December to January, the weather conditions remain stable, leaving the city draped under a blanket of snow, welcoming the New Year.

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During December, Hobbs records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Hobbs, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

In Hobbs, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hobbs, there are 81.7 rainfall days, and 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Hobbs, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 51%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hobbs, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hobbs?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hobbs, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Hobbs is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:57 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 long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hobbs, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hobbs, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hobbs, NM

Average humidity in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in December
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hobbs, NM

Average snowfall in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hobbs, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 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
Hobbs, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hobbs, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hobbs, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hobbs, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hobbs, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Hobbs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Hobbs, NM

Average visibility in December - Hobbs, 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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