December weather forecast
Watrous, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Watrous, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

In Watrous, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Watrous, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Watrous, New Mexico, there are 76.1 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Watrous, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow. In Watrous, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 21.57" (548mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Watrous.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Watrous?

The coldest temperatures in Watrous, New Mexico, occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

How cold does it get in Watrous in December?

In December, in Watrous, the average high-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Watrous?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

What is the average humidity in December in Watrous?

In Watrous, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in Watrous in December?

In Watrous, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Watrous in December?

In Watrous, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watrous?

December has the shortest days of the year in Watrous, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Watrous?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Watrous, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Watrous?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Watrous?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Watrous?

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

Average temperature in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Watrous, NM

Average pressure in December - Watrous, 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 April (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watrous, NM

Average wind speed in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Watrous, NM

Average humidity in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

Average rainfall in December
Watrous, NM

Average rainfall in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Watrous, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watrous, NM

Average snowfall in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watrous, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watrous, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watrous, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Watrous, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Watrous, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Watrous, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Watrous, NM

Average visibility in December - Watrous, 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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