December weather forecast
Alamogordo, NM

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High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico
High rocks and cliffs on the slopes of a high hill overlooking the gorgeous Alamogordo Mountain ranges in New Mexico

Weather in December

December in Alamogordo, New Mexico brings with it the characteristic chill of the winter season. Indeed, this month witnesses a significant drop in temperature, with the daily highs settling at 50.9°F (10.5°C). The city experiences a return of snowfall, though it remains a modest 0.51" (13mm), setting the stage for a white Christmas. As the year comes to a close, Alamogordo residents brace themselves for the ongoing winter season and the cold temperatures it offers into the new year.

Temperature

In Alamogordo, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Alamogordo, an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Alamogordo, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 rainfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. In Alamogordo, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alamogordo, is 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Alamogordo is 51%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Alamogordo, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Alamogordo, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Alamogordo, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alamogordo is 7.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Alamogordo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average temperature in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Alamogordo, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average wind speed in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average humidity in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

Average rainfall in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Alamogordo, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Alamogordo, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Alamogordo, NM

Average visibility in December - Alamogordo, 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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