December weather forecast
Yates, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Yates, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Yates, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 88.4 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Yates, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.7 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Yates is 6.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Yates. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Yates in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 54%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Yates?

In December, the average relative humidity is 54%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Yates, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Yates, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Yates?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Yates, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Yates, NM

Average temperature in December - Yates, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Yates, NM

Average pressure in December - Yates, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Yates, NM

Average wind speed in December - Yates, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Yates, NM

Average humidity in December - Yates, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Yates, NM

Average rainfall in December - Yates, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Yates, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Yates, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yates, NM

Average snowfall in December - Yates, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yates, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Yates, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yates, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yates, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Yates, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Yates, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Yates, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Yates, NM

Average visibility in December - Yates, 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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