December weather forecast
Chama, NM

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Weather in December

December in Chama brings back the intense winter weather in full swing. The average low temperature drops to 11.1°F (-11.6°C), the lowest for the year. Alongside, a significant increase in snowfall at 12.95" (329mm), reinstates the chilly winter setting. With just 9.7 hours of daylight, December concludes the year on a cold note.

Temperature

December's arrival in Chama correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cold 41°F (5°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C) is noted in Chama.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Chama is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chama are January through May, September through December. In Chama, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.95" (329mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.5 snowfall days, and 75.04" (1906mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chama.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Chama, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Chama, the average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. 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 December in Chama?

December temperatures in Chama vary between a high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 11.1°F (-11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chama?

In Chama, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Chama in December?

In Chama, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Chama in December?

In Chama, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.95" (329mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chama?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chama have in December?

The average day length in December in Chama is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chama?

On the first day of December in Chama, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chama have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chama?

The months with the lowest UV index in Chama are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chama?

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

Average temperature in December - Chama, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chama, NM

Average pressure in December - Chama, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chama, NM

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chama, NM

Average humidity in December - Chama, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chama, NM

Average rainfall in December - Chama, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chama, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Chama, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chama, NM

Average snowfall in December - Chama, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (14.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chama, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Chama, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 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
Chama, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chama, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Chama, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chama, NM

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Chama, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Chama, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Chama, NM

Average visibility in December - Chama, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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 (4mi).

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