December weather forecast
Vallecitos, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Vallecitos, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

Vallecitos's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Vallecitos's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Vallecitos, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Vallecitos, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Vallecitos, 34.2°F (1.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 13.1°F (-10.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Vallecitos, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Vallecitos, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Vallecitos have in December?

In Vallecitos, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Vallecitos have in December?

In Vallecitos, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average temperature in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average pressure in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average wind speed in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average humidity in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average rainfall in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Vallecitos, NM

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average snowfall in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vallecitos, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Vallecitos, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Vallecitos, NM

Average visibility in December - Vallecitos, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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