December weather forecast
Buckhorn, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buckhorn, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 52.7°F (11.5°C) at the peak and 34.5°F (1.4°C) at the base.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 53%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Buckhorn, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buckhorn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Buckhorn. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Buckhorn, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Buckhorn, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Buckhorn?

The coldest period in Buckhorn is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What are December temperatures in Buckhorn?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Buckhorn during December are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Buckhorn?

With an average relative humidity of 53%, December is the most humid month in Buckhorn.

What is the average humidity in December in Buckhorn?

The average relative humidity in December in Buckhorn, New Mexico, is 53%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buckhorn?

In Buckhorn, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Buckhorn?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Buckhorn. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Buckhorn?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buckhorn?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Buckhorn, New Mexico.

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

In December, the average day length in Buckhorn, New Mexico, is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Buckhorn?

On the first day of December in Buckhorn, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buckhorn?

The month with the least sunshine in Buckhorn is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Buckhorn have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Buckhorn is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Buckhorn?

The month with the lowest UV index in Buckhorn is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Buckhorn?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Buckhorn is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average temperature in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average pressure in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average wind speed in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average humidity in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

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Average rainfall in December
Buckhorn, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average snowfall in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Buckhorn, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Buckhorn, NM

Average visibility in December - Buckhorn, 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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