December weather forecast
Santa Fe, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Santa Fe, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Santa Fe's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in November to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fe, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 38.39" (975mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Santa Fe, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Santa Fe, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Santa Fe, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Santa Fe, during December, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Santa Fe, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Santa Fe?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Fe have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Santa Fe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average temperature in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average pressure in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • 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 June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average wind speed in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average humidity in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average rainfall in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (5.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average snowfall in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average UV index in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Santa Fe, TX

Average visibility in December - Santa Fe, TX
  • 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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