December weather forecast
Pedernal, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pedernal, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°F (-3°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). An average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Pedernal, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pedernal, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) 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 6.6 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pedernal, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pedernal, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pedernal, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Pedernal is December, when snow falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Pedernal, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Pedernal, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Pedernal, NM

Average pressure in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pedernal, NM

Average wind speed in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pedernal, NM

Average humidity in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Pedernal, NM

Average rainfall in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Pedernal, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pedernal, NM

Average snowfall in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pedernal, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pedernal, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Pedernal, NM

Average UV index in December - Pedernal, 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
Pedernal, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Pedernal, NM

Average visibility in December - Pedernal, 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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