December weather forecast
Pilar, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pilar, New Mexico, 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

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) is recorded.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Pilar, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pilar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pilar is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pilar are January through March, October through 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pilar in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pilar during December are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Pilar?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pilar?

In Pilar, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Pilar?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Pilar?

In Pilar, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pilar?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pilar?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pilar?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pilar, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pilar?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Pilar.

How many hours of sunshine does Pilar have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pilar is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pilar?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Pilar?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pilar is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pilar, NM

Average temperature in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average pressure in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average wind speed in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average humidity in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average rainfall in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average snowfall in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average UV index in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Pilar, 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
Pilar, NM

Average visibility in December - Pilar, 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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