December weather forecast
Stanley, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanley, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). During the nights in December, Stanley experiences a consistent average temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Stanley, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stanley are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Stanley, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Stanley.

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Stanley?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stanley, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stanley?

The average relative humidity in December in Stanley is 63%.

How much does it rain in Stanley in December?

In Stanley, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Stanley?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Stanley. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Stanley in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanley?

The month with the shortest days in Stanley, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Stanley is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stanley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stanley, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanley?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Stanley.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Stanley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Stanley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stanley, NM

Average temperature in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanley, NM

Average pressure in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stanley, NM

Average wind speed in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanley, NM

Average humidity in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanley, NM

Average rainfall in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanley, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanley, NM

Average snowfall in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanley, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanley, 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 December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanley, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanley, NM

Average UV index in December - Stanley, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stanley, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Stanley, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Stanley, NM

Average visibility in December - Stanley, 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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