December weather forecast
Velarde, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Velarde, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Velarde witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Velarde in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Velarde, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent 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 Velarde, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Velarde in December?

In Velarde, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Velarde have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Velarde have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Velarde is 7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Velarde, NM

Average temperature in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Velarde, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Velarde, NM

Average wind speed in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Velarde, NM

Average humidity in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Velarde, NM

Average rainfall in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Velarde, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Velarde, NM

Average snowfall in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Velarde, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Velarde, 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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Velarde, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Velarde, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Velarde, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Velarde, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Velarde, NM

Average visibility in December - Velarde, 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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