December weather forecast
Gallegos, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gallegos, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

In Gallegos, New Mexico, the month of December is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Gallegos, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gallegos, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gallegos. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gallegos is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Gallegos, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Gallegos?

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C), is the coldest month in Gallegos.

What are the temperatures in Gallegos in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gallegos are 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Gallegos?

December is the most humid month in Gallegos, New Mexico, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gallegos?

In Gallegos, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gallegos?

In Gallegos, New Mexico, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Gallegos?

The month with the most snowfall in Gallegos is December, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Gallegos in December?

In Gallegos, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gallegos?

The month with the shortest days in Gallegos is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gallegos have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gallegos, New Mexico, is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gallegos?

On the first day of December in Gallegos, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Gallegos?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gallegos have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gallegos?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gallegos, NM

Average temperature in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gallegos, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gallegos, NM

Average wind speed in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gallegos, NM

Average humidity in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (33%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and October (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gallegos, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gallegos, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Gallegos, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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
Gallegos, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Gallegos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gallegos, NM

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Gallegos, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Gallegos, 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 12).

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Average visibility in December
Gallegos, NM

Average visibility in December - Gallegos, 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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