Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
A shift in Shiprock's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). In the month of December, Shiprock experiences an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In Shiprock, the average relative humidity in December is 62%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shiprock, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Shiprock, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shiprock, New Mexico.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Shiprock, the average sunshine in December is 6.8h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Average temperature in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average humidity in December: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).
Average rainfall in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 2.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shiprock, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Shiprock, NM
- Average cloud cover in December: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Shiprock, 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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