December weather forecast
Las Palomas, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Las Palomas, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In Las Palomas, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Las Palomas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.9 days and collects up to 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Las Palomas, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.4 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 51.1°F (10.6°C) at the peak and 33.4°F (0.8°C) at the base.

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the most humid month in Las Palomas?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 50%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Las Palomas, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Las Palomas, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Las Palomas, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Las Palomas have in December?

In Las Palomas, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 Las Palomas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average temperature in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Las Palomas, NM

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

Average wind speed in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average humidity in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).

Average rainfall in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 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
Las Palomas, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Las Palomas, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average UV index in December - Las Palomas, 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
Las Palomas, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average visibility in December - Las Palomas, 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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