December weather forecast
Hope, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hope, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.8°F (13.2°C) and min 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Hope notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a high average of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) 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 in Hope, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Hope?

Hope's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and lows of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What are the temperatures in Hope in December?

The high-temperature in Hope, New Mexico, during December is 55.8°F (13.2°C) and the low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Hope?

The most humid month in Hope is December, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hope?

In Hope, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hope?

In Hope, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hope?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Hope. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hope?

In Hope, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hope?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hope?

On the first day of December in Hope, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Hope?

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Hope, New Mexico.

How many hours of sunshine does Hope have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hope, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hope?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hope, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Hope?

In Hope, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Hope, NM

Average temperature in December - Hope, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Hope, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hope, NM

Average wind speed in December - Hope, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hope, NM

Average humidity in December - Hope, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Hope, NM

Average rainfall in December - Hope, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Hope, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hope, NM

Average snowfall in December - Hope, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hope, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hope, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hope, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hope, NM

Average UV index in December - Hope, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Hope, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, 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 11).

Average visibility in December
Hope, NM

Average visibility in December - Hope, 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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