December weather forecast
Rayado, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Rayado, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average temperature in Rayado during December nights dips to a freezing cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rayado is 71%.

Rainfall

In Rayado, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rayado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Rayado, New Mexico. In Rayado, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 9.21" (234mm) of snow. In Rayado, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.3 days and aggregates up to 53.62" (1362mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rayado.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Rayado, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rayado in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rayado, New Mexico, during December are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Rayado?

In Rayado, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How much does it rain in Rayado in December?

In December, in Rayado, New Mexico, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rayado?

In Rayado, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 9.21" (234mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rayado?

The month with the shortest days in Rayado is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rayado have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rayado?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rayado?

February and December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rayado, New Mexico.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rayado?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rayado, New Mexico, is 6.8h.

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

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 Rayado?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rayado is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rayado, NM

Average temperature in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rayado, NM

Average pressure in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rayado, NM

Average wind speed in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Rayado, NM

Average humidity in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Rayado, NM

Average rainfall in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Rayado, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rayado, NM

Average snowfall in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rayado, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rayado, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rayado, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rayado, NM

Average UV index in December - Rayado, 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
Rayado, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Rayado, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Rayado, NM

Average visibility in December - Rayado, 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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