December weather forecast
Grants, NM

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Weather in December

As the last calendar month, December ushers Grants into the heart of winter with temperatures plummeting to yearly lows, down to an average of 23°F (-5°C). The winter weather of Grants begins to peak again, promising its residents a white Christmas. With snowfall significantly rising compared to November, winter sports regain popularity. The holiday season further adds to the county’s charm, with various festivities illuminating the city. The short daylight hours and longer nights make it perfect for cozy indoor activities and merry celebrations.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Grants during December, shifting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average temperature during December nights in Grants is registered at a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Grants is 64%.

Rainfall

In Grants, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Grants, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grants, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Grants, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Grants, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Grants during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Grants, New Mexico, are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grants?

In Grants, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Grants?

In Grants, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grants in December?

In December, in Grants, New Mexico, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grants?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grants have in December?

In December, the average day length in Grants, New Mexico, is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grants?

On the first day of December in Grants, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grants?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Grants?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Grants, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grants, NM

Average temperature in December - Grants, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grants, NM

Average pressure in December - Grants, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Grants, NM

Average wind speed in December - Grants, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grants, NM

Average humidity in December - Grants, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grants, NM

Average rainfall in December - Grants, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grants, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Grants, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Grants, NM

Average snowfall in December - Grants, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grants, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Grants, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Grants, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grants, 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: 6h and 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grants, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Grants, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grants, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Grants, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Grants, NM

Average visibility in December - Grants, 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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