December weather forecast
Luna, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Luna, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Luna's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Luna, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.2 rainfall days, and 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Luna, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.8" (198mm) of snow. In Luna, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 28.98" (736mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Luna.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Luna?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Luna?

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Luna, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Luna, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Luna have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Luna?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Luna, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Luna, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Luna, NM

Average wind speed in December - Luna, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Luna, NM

Average humidity in December - Luna, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in December
Luna, NM

Average rainfall in December - Luna, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Luna, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Luna, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Luna, NM

Average snowfall in December - Luna, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Luna, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Luna, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Luna, 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: 6h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Luna, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Luna, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4 days).

Average UV index in December
Luna, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Luna, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Luna, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Luna, NM

Average visibility in December - Luna, 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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