December weather forecast
Sandia Heights, NM

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sandia Heights, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December, Sandia Heights records an average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

In Sandia Heights, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sandia Heights, there are 70.5 rainfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandia Heights, in December, during 4.6 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Sandia Heights, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Sandia Heights, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sandia Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 60%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sandia Heights, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sandia Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sandia Heights?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Sandia Heights, NM

Average temperature in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average pressure in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average wind speed in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average humidity in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average rainfall in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average snowfall in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandia Heights, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average UV index in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Sandia Heights, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Sandia Heights, NM

Average visibility in December - Sandia Heights, 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).

Sandia Heights, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location