December weather forecast
Springer, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Springer, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Springer reaches its lowest average temperatures in December, measuring 40.1°F (4.5°C) at the peak and 21°F (-6.1°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Springer is 61%.

Rainfall

In Springer, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 rainfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Springer are January through May, September through December. In Springer, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Springer, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Springer, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Springer is 7.1h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Springer?

Springer's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and lows of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Is it cold in Springer during December?

In Springer, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springer?

The average relative humidity in December in Springer, New Mexico, is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December in Springer?

In Springer, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Springer?

In Springer, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springer?

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

How many hours of daylight does Springer have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Springer?

On the first day of December in Springer, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Springer?

In Springer, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Springer?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Springer, New Mexico.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Springer?

In Springer, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Springer, NM

Average temperature in December - Springer, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Springer, NM

Average pressure in December - Springer, 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 April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Springer, NM

Average wind speed in December - Springer, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Springer, NM

Average humidity in December - Springer, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Springer, NM

Average rainfall in December - Springer, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Springer, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Springer, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Springer, NM

Average snowfall in December - Springer, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Springer, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Springer, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springer, 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: 7h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Springer, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Springer, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Springer, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Springer, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Springer, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Springer, NM

Average visibility in December - Springer, 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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