December weather forecast
Maxwell, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Maxwell, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

In Maxwell, New Mexico, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 40.1°F (4.5°C) at the peak and 21°F (-6.1°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Maxwell is 61%.

Rainfall

In Maxwell, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maxwell, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Maxwell, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Maxwell, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Maxwell, the average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Maxwell?

December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

How cold is it in Maxwell in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Maxwell, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maxwell?

In December, the average relative humidity in Maxwell is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Maxwell?

In Maxwell, New Mexico, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maxwell?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Maxwell have in December?

In Maxwell, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Maxwell?

On the first day of December in Maxwell, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maxwell have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Maxwell?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maxwell, New Mexico.

How high is the UV index in December in Maxwell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Maxwell is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maxwell, NM

Average temperature in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Maxwell, NM

Average pressure in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maxwell, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Maxwell, NM

Average humidity in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Maxwell, NM

Average rainfall in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Maxwell, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maxwell, NM

Average snowfall in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maxwell, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maxwell, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Maxwell, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Maxwell, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Maxwell, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Maxwell, NM

Average visibility in December - Maxwell, 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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