December weather forecast
Bloomfield, NM

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Weather in December

Winter sets itself in firmly during December in Bloomfield, New Mexico with a stark drop to a chilly average of 38.3°F (3.5°C). As temperatures plunge, the city witnesses a surge in snowfall, culminating the year with a beautiful white landscape. December is notably the month with the highest relative humidity level, emphasizing the presence of cold, damp conditions. Moreover, the pressure readings of 30.15in are the highest for the year, potentially resulting in crisp, clear Winter days. Despite being the coldest month, enchanting daylight hours and nearly consistent sunshine days make December a beautiful yet chilly end to the year.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Bloomfield corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Bloomfield dips to an average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In Bloomfield, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Bloomfield, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bloomfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.2 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bloomfield, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bloomfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.6 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bloomfield is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bloomfield, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bloomfield. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bloomfield in December?

The high-temperature in Bloomfield, New Mexico, during December is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bloomfield?

The average relative humidity in December in Bloomfield, New Mexico, is 68%.

How much does it rain in Bloomfield in December?

In Bloomfield, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bloomfield?

In Bloomfield, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bloomfield?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Bloomfield is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bloomfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bloomfield, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bloomfield have in December?

In Bloomfield, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bloomfield?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bloomfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bloomfield is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average temperature in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average pressure in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average wind speed in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average humidity in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average snowfall in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bloomfield, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bloomfield, 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 January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average UV index in December - Bloomfield, 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
Bloomfield, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Bloomfield, NM

Average visibility in December - Bloomfield, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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