December weather forecast
Ramah, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ramah, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). In the month of December, an average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Ramah, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 78.6 rainfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) 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 7:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Ramah experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ramah, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ramah, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ramah have in December?

In Ramah, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ramah?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ramah is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ramah, NM

Average temperature in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ramah, NM

Average pressure in December - Ramah, 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 May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ramah, NM

Average wind speed in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ramah, NM

Average humidity in December - Ramah, 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 (24%).

Average rainfall in December
Ramah, NM

Average rainfall in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Ramah, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ramah, NM

Average snowfall in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ramah, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ramah, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ramah, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ramah, NM

Average UV index in December - Ramah, 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
Ramah, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Ramah, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Ramah, NM

Average visibility in December - Ramah, 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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