December weather forecast
Rodeo, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Rodeo, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rodeo, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Rodeo, New Mexico. 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.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:22 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 in Rodeo is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Rodeo?

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the usual temperature for Rodeo in December?

December temperatures in Rodeo, New Mexico, vary between a high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Rodeo?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Rodeo?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rodeo is 51%.

How much does it rain in Rodeo in December?

In Rodeo, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Rodeo?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Rodeo. Snow falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Rodeo?

In Rodeo, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rodeo?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Rodeo?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rodeo?

On the first day of December in Rodeo, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:22 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rodeo?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Rodeo?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rodeo is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rodeo?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rodeo?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rodeo, NM

Average temperature in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average pressure in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average wind speed in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average humidity in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average rainfall in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average snowfall in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average UV index in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Rodeo, 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
Rodeo, NM

Average visibility in December - Rodeo, 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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