December weather forecast
Smith Lake, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Smith Lake, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In Smith Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Smith Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Smith Lake, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smith Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Smith Lake.
On the first day of December in Smith Lake, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Smith Lake in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Smith Lake, is 40.3°F (4.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Smith Lake, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Smith Lake, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Smith Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Smith Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average temperature in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average pressure in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average wind speed in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average humidity in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smith Lake, 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: 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average UV index in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average visibility in December - Smith Lake, 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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