December weather forecast
Mangas, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mangas, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Mangas's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

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. In Mangas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mangas, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow. In Mangas, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 28.98" (736mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Mangas, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mangas, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mangas, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 7.8" (198mm) 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 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 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 Mangas have in December?

In Mangas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mangas, NM

Average temperature in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average pressure in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average humidity in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average UV index in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Mangas, 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
Mangas, NM

Average visibility in December - Mangas, 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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