December weather forecast
Navajo, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Navajo, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). In Navajo, the December nights cool down to an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Navajo is 66%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Navajo, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Navajo, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Navajo have in December?

In Navajo, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Navajo have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Navajo, NM

Average temperature in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average pressure in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average wind speed in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average humidity in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average rainfall in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average snowfall in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

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

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 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
Navajo, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average UV index in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Navajo, 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
Navajo, NM

Average visibility in December - Navajo, 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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