December weather forecast
Farmington, NM

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Weather in December

Farmington, New Mexico welcomes the winter wonderland that December brings. The average high temperature falls dramatically to around 39.6°F (4.2°C). December brings about the highest snowfall, with a tally of 3.98" (101mm) offering a classic wintry scene. The longest nights are seen during this month with only 9.7 hours of daylight. Accompanied by the crispness of 65% relative humidity, December's wintry gusts and frosted landscapes conclude the year on a chilly but whimsical note.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Farmington, New Mexico, during December, shifting from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the month of December, Farmington anticipates a mean low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Farmington, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Farmington, there are 88.9 rainfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Farmington, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Farmington, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Farmington is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Farmington 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Farmington during December?

In December, in Farmington, the average high-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Farmington?

In December, the average relative humidity in Farmington, New Mexico, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Farmington in December?

In Farmington, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Farmington in December?

In Farmington, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Farmington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Farmington, New Mexico, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Farmington, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Farmington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Farmington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Farmington is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Farmington, NM

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Farmington, NM

Average pressure in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Farmington, NM

Average wind speed in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Farmington, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

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Average rainfall in December
Farmington, NM

Average rainfall in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Farmington, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Farmington, NM

Average snowfall in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Farmington, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Farmington, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Farmington, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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
Farmington, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Farmington, NM

Average visibility in December - Farmington, NM
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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