December weather forecast
Truth or Consequences, NM

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Weather in December

December, the final month of the year, sets the stage for winters in Truth or Consequences. During this month, the weather exhibits its coldest temperatures (month average). Alongside this, daylight hours are at their shortest throughout the year. Snowfall days increase, painting a wintery picture of the city. Thereby, December weather is emblematic of the winter season, winding up the climatic journey for the year.

Temperature

In Truth or Consequences, the month of December is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.9 rainfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Truth or Consequences, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Truth or Consequences, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.4 days and aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Truth or Consequences is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 50%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 50%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Truth or Consequences, the average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Truth or Consequences are January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Truth or Consequences have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Truth or Consequences?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Truth or Consequences, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average temperature in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average pressure in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average wind speed in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average humidity in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).

Average rainfall in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average rainfall in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average snowfall in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Truth or Consequences, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average UV index in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Truth or Consequences, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Truth or Consequences, NM

Average visibility in December - Truth or Consequences, 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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