December weather forecast
Alcalde, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alcalde, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). During the month of December, Alcalde experiences a steady low-temperature average of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In December, in Alcalde, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alcalde, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alcalde. December is the month with the most snowfall in Alcalde, New Mexico. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Alcalde is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Alcalde are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Alcalde in December?

In Alcalde, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alcalde?

The average relative humidity in December in Alcalde, New Mexico, is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alcalde?

In Alcalde, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Alcalde?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Alcalde?

In Alcalde, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alcalde?

The month with the shortest days in Alcalde is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Alcalde?

In Alcalde, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alcalde?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alcalde have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alcalde is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alcalde?

The months with the lowest UV index in Alcalde are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Alcalde?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alcalde, NM

Average temperature in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alcalde, NM

Average pressure in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Alcalde, NM

Average wind speed in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alcalde, NM

Average humidity in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alcalde, NM

Average rainfall in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alcalde, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alcalde, NM

Average snowfall in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Alcalde, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alcalde, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alcalde, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alcalde, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Alcalde, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Alcalde, NM

Average visibility in December - Alcalde, 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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