December weather forecast
Playas, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Playas, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Playas, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Playas, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average high temperatures of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and lows of 37.6°F (3.1°C), December is the coldest month.

What are December temperatures?

During December, Playas experiences an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 51%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Playas?

In Playas, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Playas have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Playas?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Playas, NM

Average temperature in December - Playas, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Playas, NM

Average pressure in December - Playas, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Playas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Playas, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Playas, NM

Average humidity in December - Playas, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

Average rainfall in December
Playas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Playas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Playas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Playas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Playas, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Playas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Playas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Playas, NM

Average UV index in December - Playas, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Playas, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Playas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Playas, NM

Average visibility in December - Playas, 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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