December weather forecast
Arroyo Hondo, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arroyo Hondo, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Arroyo Hondo's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). Arroyo Hondo sees an average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Arroyo Hondo, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Arroyo Hondo is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Arroyo Hondo, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Arroyo Hondo.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arroyo Hondo are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Arroyo Hondo in December?

December temperatures in Arroyo Hondo vary between a high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arroyo Hondo?

The average relative humidity in December in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Arroyo Hondo?

In December, in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Arroyo Hondo?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Arroyo Hondo in December?

In December, in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arroyo Hondo?

The month with the shortest days in Arroyo Hondo is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Arroyo Hondo?

In Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Arroyo Hondo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arroyo Hondo, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arroyo Hondo?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Arroyo Hondo have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Arroyo Hondo is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Arroyo Hondo?

The months with the lowest UV index in Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Arroyo Hondo?

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

Average temperature in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average wind speed in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average humidity in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average rainfall in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average snowfall in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 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
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average UV index in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Arroyo Hondo, NM

Average visibility in December - Arroyo Hondo, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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