December weather forecast
Ojo Caliente, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ojo Caliente, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 46°F (7.8°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

In Ojo Caliente, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ojo Caliente, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Ojo Caliente, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 5.35" (136mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Ojo Caliente experiences an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ojo Caliente, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 5.35" (136mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ojo Caliente, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ojo Caliente?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ojo Caliente, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through 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 is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average temperature in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average wind speed in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average humidity in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average rainfall in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average snowfall in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ojo Caliente, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average UV index in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Ojo Caliente, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Ojo Caliente, NM

Average visibility in December - Ojo Caliente, 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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