December weather forecast
Sacramento, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Sacramento, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Sacramento's average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Sacramento's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 34°F (1.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sacramento, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Sacramento, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.2 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Sacramento, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Sacramento, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sacramento, is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the most humid month in Sacramento?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 51%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sacramento, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sacramento, New Mexico, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sacramento have in December?

In Sacramento, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sacramento, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Sacramento, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sacramento, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sacramento, NM

Average temperature in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sacramento, NM

Average pressure in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sacramento, NM

Average wind speed in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sacramento, NM

Average humidity in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

Average rainfall in December
Sacramento, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Sacramento, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sacramento, NM

Average snowfall in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sacramento, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sacramento, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Sacramento, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sacramento, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Sacramento, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Sacramento, NM

Average visibility in December - Sacramento, 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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