December weather forecast
Silver City, NM

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Weather in December

December turns Silver City into a winter wonderland with temperatures plunging from 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to 48.7°F (9.3°C) and snowfall increasing to 2.95" (75mm). It is one of the coldest months that brings frosty mornings and chilly nights. Snow often cloaks the city in December, making it a beautiful winter retreat. The snowfall, cold temperatures, and holiday spirit together make December a magical month in Silver City. Despite the chill, this time of the year provides a unique experience, shaping the city into a serene and picturesque landscape.

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

Rainfall

In Silver City, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Silver City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Silver City are January through March, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Silver City.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest time of the year is December, with temperatures averaging a high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 56%, December is the most humid month in Silver City.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Silver City, the average relative humidity in December is 56%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Silver City, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Silver City?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Silver City, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Silver City have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Silver City have in December?

In Silver City, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Silver City, 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
Silver City, NM

Average temperature in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Silver City, NM

Average pressure in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Silver City, NM

Average wind speed in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Silver City, NM

Average humidity in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Silver City, NM

Average rainfall in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Silver City, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Silver City, NM

Average snowfall in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Silver City, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 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
Silver City, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver City, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Silver City, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Silver City, NM

Average UV index in December - Silver City, 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
Silver City, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Silver City, NM

Average visibility in December - Silver City, 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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