December weather forecast
Sofia, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sofia, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Sofia, in December, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 88.4 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sofia, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Sofia, the average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Sofia witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sofia is 54%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sofia, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sofia?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:50 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sofia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sofia, NM

Average temperature in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sofia, NM

Average pressure in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sofia, NM

Average wind speed in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sofia, NM

Average humidity in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Sofia, NM

Average rainfall in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Sofia, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sofia, NM

Average snowfall in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sofia, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sofia, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sofia, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sofia, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sofia, NM

Average UV index in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sofia, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Sofia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Sofia, NM

Average visibility in December - Sofia, 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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