December weather forecast
Ranchvale, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ranchvale, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50°F (10°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December stands out as Ranchvale's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ranchvale, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Ranchvale, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ranchvale is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

December, with its average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Ranchvale, the average high-temperature is 50°F (10°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ranchvale?

The average relative humidity in December is 54%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ranchvale, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ranchvale, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ranchvale have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Ranchvale?

January, February and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranchvale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with 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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average pressure in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average wind speed in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average humidity in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average rainfall in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average snowfall in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ranchvale, 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: 7h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Ranchvale, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Ranchvale, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Ranchvale, NM

Average visibility in December - Ranchvale, 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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