Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 25°F (-3.9°C) is noted.Humidity
In Kirtland, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kirtland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.9 days and collects up to 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Kirtland, New Mexico, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kirtland, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Kirtland, New Mexico, the average sunshine in December is 6.7h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average humidity in December: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).
Average rainfall in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 3.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirtland, 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: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 21 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average cloud cover in December: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
Kirtland, New Mexico, USA
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