December weather forecastEspañola, NM
December
Weather in December
December ushers in winter in Española, highlighted by colder temperatures and an increase in snowfall. The city experiences an average snowfall of 2.01" (51mm) over 5.7 days. The winter wonderland of Española in December is a sight to behold, marked by shimmering snow and twinkling holiday lights. As the town embraces the holiday spirit, the end of the year also provides time for reflection on the diverse weather cycles of the past year.Temperature
The start of December in Española, New Mexico, signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). In Española, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 66%.Rainfall
In Española, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Española, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Española are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Española. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Española, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Española, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Española, New Mexico, is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Española, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Española, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Española, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Española, NM
- Average humidity in December: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).
Average rainfall in December
Española, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and April (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Española, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Española, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Española, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Española, NM
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Española, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 22 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Española, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Española, NM
- Average cloud cover in December: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Española, 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).
