December weather forecast
Chimayo, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Chimayo, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). Chimayo reports an average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Chimayo, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Chimayo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chimayo. December is the month with the most snowfall in Chimayo, New Mexico. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chimayo, New Mexico.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chimayo, New Mexico, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chimayo in December?

Chimayo in December has an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chimayo?

In Chimayo, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

How much does it rain in Chimayo in December?

In Chimayo, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Chimayo?

The month with the most snowfall in Chimayo, New Mexico, is December, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Chimayo?

In Chimayo, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chimayo?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Chimayo, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chimayo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chimayo, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Chimayo?

The months with the least sunshine in Chimayo are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chimayo?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chimayo, New Mexico, is 7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Chimayo?

In Chimayo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chimayo, NM

Average temperature in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chimayo, NM

Average pressure in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chimayo, NM

Average wind speed in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chimayo, NM

Average humidity in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (33%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chimayo, NM

Average rainfall in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chimayo, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chimayo, NM

Average snowfall in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chimayo, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Chimayo, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chimayo, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Chimayo, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chimayo, NM

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

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Chimayo, NM

Average visibility in December - Chimayo, 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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