December weather forecast
Anton Chico, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Anton Chico, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Anton Chico's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and lows of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Anton Chico, there are 76.1 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Anton Chico, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Anton Chico, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Anton Chico.
On the first day of December in Anton Chico, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Anton Chico are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Anton Chico?

December is the month when Anton Chico experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Is it cold in Anton Chico during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Anton Chico are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Anton Chico?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are most humid months in Anton Chico, New Mexico.

What is the average humidity in December in Anton Chico?

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in Anton Chico in December?

In Anton Chico, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Anton Chico?

In December, in Anton Chico, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Anton Chico?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Anton Chico?

In Anton Chico, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Anton Chico?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Anton Chico have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Anton Chico, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Anton Chico?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Anton Chico?

In Anton Chico, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Anton Chico, NM

Average temperature in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average pressure in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average wind speed in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average humidity in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and June (37%).

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Average rainfall in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average rainfall in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average snowfall in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 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
Anton Chico, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average UV index in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Anton Chico, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Anton Chico, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February, July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Anton Chico, NM

Average visibility in December - Anton Chico, 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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