December weather forecast
McIntosh, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in McIntosh, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the month of December, McIntosh observes an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In McIntosh, New Mexico, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McIntosh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.3 days and collects up to 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in McIntosh, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In McIntosh, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McIntosh, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in McIntosh is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McIntosh, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McIntosh have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In McIntosh, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McIntosh, NM

Average temperature in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
McIntosh, NM

Average pressure in December - McIntosh, 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 April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McIntosh, NM

Average wind speed in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
McIntosh, NM

Average humidity in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in December
McIntosh, NM

Average rainfall in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
McIntosh, NM

Average rainfall days in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
McIntosh, NM

Average snowfall in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McIntosh, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
McIntosh, NM

Average sunshine days in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
McIntosh, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
McIntosh, NM

Average cloud cover in December - McIntosh, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
McIntosh, NM

Average visibility in December - McIntosh, 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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