December weather forecast
Arroyo Seco, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arroyo Seco, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). Throughout the month of December, Arroyo Seco reports a steady low-temperature average of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Arroyo Seco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arroyo Seco are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Arroyo Seco.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Arroyo Seco. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Arroyo Seco in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Arroyo Seco, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arroyo Seco?

In Arroyo Seco, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

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

In Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Arroyo Seco?

The month with the most snowfall in Arroyo Seco is December, when snow falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Arroyo Seco in December?

In Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

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

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Arroyo Seco have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arroyo Seco?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arroyo Seco, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Arroyo Seco?

January and December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arroyo Seco?

January through March, October through 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 Arroyo Seco?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average temperature in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average pressure in December - Arroyo Seco, 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 Seco, NM

Average wind speed in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average humidity in December - Arroyo Seco, 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 Seco, NM

Average rainfall in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average snowfall in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arroyo Seco, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average UV index in December - Arroyo Seco, 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 Seco, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Arroyo Seco, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Arroyo Seco, NM

Average visibility in December - Arroyo Seco, 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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