December weather forecastKirtland, NM
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kirtland, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).Temperature
With December's arrival, Kirtland's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 65%.Rainfall
In Kirtland, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirtland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.9 days and collects up to 9.57" (243mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Kirtland, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Kirtland, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kirtland.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Kirtland is 6.7h.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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average pressure in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average humidity in December
Kirtland, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Kirtland, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Kirtland, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirtland, NM
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average UV index in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Kirtland, 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).
Average visibility in December
Kirtland, 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).
