December weather forecast
McDonald, NM

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McDonald, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.1°F (11.7°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, McDonald observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). December brings McDonald a consistent average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In McDonald, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in McDonald is December, when snow falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

McDonald in December has an average high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 51%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In McDonald, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In McDonald, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does McDonald have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In McDonald, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
McDonald, NM

Average temperature in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
McDonald, NM

Average pressure in December - McDonald, 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 (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McDonald, NM

Average wind speed in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

Average humidity in December
McDonald, NM

Average humidity in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in December
McDonald, NM

Average rainfall in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
McDonald, NM

Average rainfall days in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
McDonald, NM

Average snowfall in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McDonald, NM

Average snowfall days in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McDonald, 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: 6h and 5min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
McDonald, NM

Average sunshine days in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

Average UV index in December
McDonald, NM

Average UV index in December - McDonald, 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
McDonald, NM

Average cloud cover in December - McDonald, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
McDonald, NM

Average visibility in December - McDonald, 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).

McDonald, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location