December weather forecast
Atarque, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Atarque, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Atarque's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Atarque, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atarque. In Atarque, New Mexico, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Atarque.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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 Atarque in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Atarque, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atarque?

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Atarque?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Atarque in December?

In Atarque, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atarque?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Atarque, New Mexico, is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Atarque?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atarque, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Atarque?

January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Atarque.

How many hours of sunshine does Atarque have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Atarque, New Mexico, is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Atarque?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Atarque?

In Atarque, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Atarque, NM

Average temperature in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Atarque, NM

Average pressure in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Atarque, NM

Average wind speed in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Atarque, NM

Average humidity in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

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Average rainfall in December
Atarque, NM

Average rainfall in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Atarque, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Atarque, NM

Average snowfall in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Atarque, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.3 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
Atarque, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atarque, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Atarque, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Atarque, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Atarque, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Atarque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Atarque, NM

Average visibility in December - Atarque, 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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