December weather forecast
Luis Lopez, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Luis Lopez, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) in November to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). Luis Lopez, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Luis Lopez is 53%.

Rainfall

In Luis Lopez, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Luis Lopez, New Mexico. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:08 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Luis Lopez?

The high-temperature during December is 48°F (8.9°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Luis Lopez, New Mexico, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Luis Lopez, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Luis Lopez have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:08 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Luis Lopez, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average pressure in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average wind speed in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average humidity in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (54%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (25%).

Average rainfall in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average rainfall in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average snowfall in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Luis Lopez, 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
Luis Lopez, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average UV index in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Luis Lopez, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Luis Lopez, NM

Average visibility in December - Luis Lopez, 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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