December weather forecastTaos, MO
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Taos, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Temperature
December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is observed.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
In Taos, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Taos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.7 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Taos, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Taos, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Taos, MO
- Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Taos, MO
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Taos, MO
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Taos, MO
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Taos, MO
- Average rainfall in December: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Taos, MO
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Taos, MO
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Taos, MO
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Taos, MO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Taos, MO
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Taos, MO
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Taos, MO
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Taos, MO
- 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).
