December weather forecast
Medanales, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Medanales, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

Medanales in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Medanales experiences an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Medanales, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Medanales, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Medanales. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Medanales is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Medanales in December?

Medanales in December has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Medanales?

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December in Medanales?

In Medanales, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Medanales?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Medanales?

In Medanales, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Medanales?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Medanales?

In Medanales, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Medanales?

On the first day of December in Medanales, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Medanales?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Medanales?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Medanales?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Medanales, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Medanales, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Medanales, NM

Average pressure in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Medanales, NM

Average wind speed in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Medanales, NM

Average humidity in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

Average rainfall in December
Medanales, NM

Average rainfall in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Medanales, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medanales, NM

Average snowfall in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medanales, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medanales, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medanales, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Medanales, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Medanales, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Medanales, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Medanales, NM

Average visibility in December - Medanales, 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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