December weather forecast
Prewitt, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prewitt, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). Prewitt sees an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Prewitt, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Prewitt, there are 85.5 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prewitt, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Prewitt, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Prewitt, the average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prewitt are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Prewitt during December?

December temperatures in Prewitt, New Mexico, vary between a high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prewitt?

In Prewitt, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Prewitt?

In December, in Prewitt, New Mexico, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prewitt in December?

In December, in Prewitt, New Mexico, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prewitt?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prewitt have in December?

In December, the average day length in Prewitt is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Prewitt?

On the first day of December in Prewitt, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prewitt?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prewitt?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Prewitt?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prewitt, NM

Average temperature in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Prewitt, NM

Average pressure in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Prewitt, NM

Average wind speed in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Prewitt, NM

Average humidity in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Prewitt, NM

Average rainfall in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Prewitt, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prewitt, NM

Average snowfall in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prewitt, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prewitt, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prewitt, NM

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Prewitt, NM

Average UV index in December - Prewitt, 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
Prewitt, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Prewitt, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Prewitt, NM

Average visibility in December - Prewitt, 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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