December weather forecast
Dexter, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Dexter, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.6°F (2°C) and max 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

In Dexter, the month of December is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 55°F (12.8°C) and a low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Dexter, New Mexico, is December, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

In Dexter, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. In Dexter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.9 days and collects up to 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dexter, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Dexter?

December is the coldest month in Dexter, New Mexico, exhibiting average temperatures of 55°F (12.8°C) at the peak and 35.6°F (2°C) at the base.

What is the temperature in December in Dexter?

The high-temperature during December is 55°F (12.8°C) and the low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Dexter?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

What is the average humidity in December in Dexter?

In Dexter, the average relative humidity in December is 49%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dexter?

In Dexter, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dexter?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Dexter. Snow falls for 2 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Dexter?

In Dexter, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dexter?

The month with the shortest days in Dexter is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dexter have in December?

In Dexter, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dexter?

On the first day of December in Dexter, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dexter?

The month with the least sunshine in Dexter, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dexter?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dexter?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dexter?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dexter, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dexter, NM

Average temperature in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dexter, NM

Average pressure in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dexter, NM

Average wind speed in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dexter, NM

Average humidity in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dexter, NM

Average rainfall in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dexter, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dexter, NM

Average snowfall in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dexter, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dexter, 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: 7h

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Dexter, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dexter, NM

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Dexter, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Dexter, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in December
Dexter, NM

Average visibility in December - Dexter, 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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