December weather forecast
San Jose, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in San Jose, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

December, recording an average high temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C), is San Jose's coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

Rainfall

In San Jose, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 76.1 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in San Jose, New Mexico, are January through May, October through December. In San Jose, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in San Jose, New Mexico, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in San Jose?

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

How cold does it get in San Jose in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in San Jose are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What are the most humid months in San Jose?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are most humid months in San Jose.

What is the average humidity in December in San Jose?

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain in San Jose in December?

In December, in San Jose, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in San Jose in December?

In San Jose, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in San Jose?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in San Jose?

The average day length in December in San Jose, New Mexico, is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in San Jose?

On the first day of December in San Jose, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does San Jose have in December?

In San Jose, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in San Jose?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in San Jose, New Mexico.

What is the UV index reading in December in San Jose?

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

Average temperature in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
San Jose, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
San Jose, NM

Average wind speed in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
San Jose, NM

Average humidity in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in December
San Jose, NM

Average rainfall in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
San Jose, NM

Average rainfall days in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
San Jose, NM

Average snowfall in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
San Jose, NM

Average snowfall days in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
San Jose, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - San Jose, 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: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
San Jose, NM

Average sunshine days in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
San Jose, NM

Average UV index in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
San Jose, NM

Average cloud cover in December - San Jose, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
San Jose, NM

Average visibility in December - San Jose, 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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