December weather forecast
Mexican Springs, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mexican Springs, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Mexican Springs witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mexican Springs is 66%.

Rainfall

In Mexican Springs, New Mexico, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9 days and accumulates 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Mexican Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mexican Springs?

In Mexican Springs, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9 days and accumulates 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mexican Springs, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mexican Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Mexican Springs?

January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Mexican Springs.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mexican Springs is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average temperature in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average pressure in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mexican Springs, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average humidity in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average rainfall in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average snowfall in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mexican Springs, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average UV index in December - Mexican Springs, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Mexican Springs, NM

Average visibility in December - Mexican Springs, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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