December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December signifies the official onset of winter in New Mexico. The month ushers in colder days and nights, with the landscape increasingly blanketed in snow, particularly in the northern and central regions. The transition is evident as the vibrant colors of fall recede, giving way to the pristine whites and icy blues of winter.

The state's diverse landscapes, ranging from southern deserts to northern mountainous terrains, experience varying levels of December's chill. The southern parts, while cool, often remain free from the harshness of winter experienced by their northern counterparts. In contrast, the northern regions and high-altitude areas become winter wonderlands, attracting enthusiasts of winter sports.

Throughout December, daytime temperatures predominantly linger between 45°F (7.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C). These temperatures, colder than those of the preceding months, make warm clothing essential for anyone venturing outdoors. Nighttimes embrace the winter chill even more profoundly, with temperatures often plummeting to between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C), causing frost to become a common morning sight.

Drawing a comparison with November, December is indisputably colder, and the reduction in temperatures is accompanied by an increase in snowfall, especially in regions like the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. While rain is sparse during this month, snow becomes more prevalent, particularly in the higher elevations. As the month progresses, New Mexico's landscapes transform, offering picturesque snowy scenes and heralding the festive spirit of the holiday season.

  • Albuquerque - December »
    The month with the most snowfall in Albuquerque is December, when snow falls for 4.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Albuquerque, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
  • Las Cruces - December »
    In Las Cruces, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. The most humid month in Las Cruces is December, with an average relative humidity of 50%.
  • Rio Rancho - December »
    In Rio Rancho in December, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Rio Rancho during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.
  • Santa Fe - December »
    January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In Santa Fe, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.
  • Farmington - December »
    In Farmington, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Farmington, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.
  • Clovis - December »
    In Clovis, New Mexico, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clovis, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.
  • Hobbs - December »
    In Hobbs, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Hobbs, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.
  • Alamogordo - December »
    With an average relative humidity of 51%, December is the most humid month in Alamogordo, New Mexico. In Alamogordo in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Carlsbad - December »
    The month with the most snowfall in Carlsbad is December, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. The month with the most snowfall in Carlsbad is December, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.
  • Gallup - December »
    In Gallup in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. The months with the lowest UV index in Gallup are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
  • Deming - December »
    The month with the shortest days in Deming is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight. In Deming, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.
  • Los Lunas - December »
    The month with the most snowfall in Los Lunas is December, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. The months with the lowest UV index in Los Lunas, New Mexico, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
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