December weather forecast
Vanderwagen, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vanderwagen, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Vanderwagen's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Vanderwagen's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Vanderwagen is 64%.

Rainfall

In Vanderwagen, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Vanderwagen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Vanderwagen, New Mexico, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vanderwagen, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Vanderwagen, New Mexico.
On the first day of December in Vanderwagen, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Vanderwagen?

The high-temperature, in December, in Vanderwagen, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vanderwagen?

In December, the average relative humidity in Vanderwagen, New Mexico, is 64%.

How much does it rain in Vanderwagen in December?

In Vanderwagen, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Vanderwagen in December?

In Vanderwagen, New Mexico, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vanderwagen?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Vanderwagen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vanderwagen, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Vanderwagen?

The months with the least sunshine in Vanderwagen are January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Vanderwagen have in December?

In Vanderwagen, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Vanderwagen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Vanderwagen, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average temperature in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average pressure in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average wind speed in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average humidity in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average rainfall in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average snowfall in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vanderwagen, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Vanderwagen, NM

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

Average cloud cover in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Vanderwagen, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Vanderwagen, NM

Average visibility in December - Vanderwagen, 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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