December weather forecast
North Valley, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in North Valley, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December, North Valley sees a mean low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in North Valley is 59%.

Rainfall

In North Valley, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In North Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Valley, in December, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In North Valley, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in North Valley in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in North Valley, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Valley?

In North Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.

How much does it rain in North Valley in December?

In North Valley, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in North Valley in December?

In North Valley, in December, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Valley?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Valley have in December?

The average day length in December in North Valley, New Mexico, is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North Valley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Valley, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in North Valley?

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in North Valley.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Valley?

The average sunshine duration in December in North Valley, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Valley?

The months with the lowest UV index in North Valley, New Mexico, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in North Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Valley, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Valley, NM

Average temperature in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
North Valley, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Valley, NM

Average wind speed in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
North Valley, NM

Average humidity in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in December
North Valley, NM

Average rainfall in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
North Valley, NM

Average rainfall days in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Valley, NM

Average snowfall in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Valley, NM

Average snowfall days in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 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
North Valley, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Valley, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Valley, NM

Average sunshine days in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North Valley, NM

Average UV index in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
North Valley, NM

Average cloud cover in December - North Valley, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
North Valley, NM

Average visibility in December - North Valley, 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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