December weather forecast
Apache Creek, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Apache Creek, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is recorded in Apache Creek, New Mexico, during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Apache Creek, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Apache Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Apache Creek, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 7.8" (198mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Apache Creek, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months 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 average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Apache Creek in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Apache Creek, records 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Apache Creek?

In December, the average relative humidity in Apache Creek is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Apache Creek?

In Apache Creek, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Apache Creek?

In Apache Creek, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Apache Creek?

December has the shortest days of the year in Apache Creek, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Apache Creek have in December?

In Apache Creek, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Apache Creek?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Apache Creek?

The month with the least sunshine in Apache Creek is December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Apache Creek?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Apache Creek is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Apache Creek?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Apache Creek?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Apache Creek, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average temperature in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average pressure in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average wind speed in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average humidity in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

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Average rainfall in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average rainfall in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average snowfall in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.4 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
Apache Creek, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average UV index in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Apache Creek, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Apache Creek, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Apache Creek, NM

Average visibility in December - Apache Creek, 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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