December weather forecast
Lamy, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lamy, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Lamy, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Lamy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.2 days and collects up to 6.85" (174mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lamy. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lamy in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lamy, is 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.5°F (-4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lamy?

In Lamy, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lamy?

In Lamy, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lamy?

The month with the most snowfall in Lamy is December, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lamy in December?

In Lamy, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lamy?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lamy?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lamy, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Lamy?

January, February and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lamy.

How many hours of sunshine does Lamy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lamy, New Mexico, is 7.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lamy?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lamy, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
51.6°F 10.9°C
40.5°F 4.7°C
39.9°F 4.4°C
Average low temperature
31.5°F -0.3°C
23.5°F -4.7°C
23.7°F -4.6°C
Average pressure
30.09" 764mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
7.3mph 11.7km/h
7.1mph 11.4km/h
7.2mph 11.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12mph 19.3km/h
12.1mph 19.5km/h
12.1mph 19.5km/h
Average humidity
51%
63%
66%
Average rainfall
0.47" 12mm
0.59" 15mm
0.47" 12mm
Average rainfall days
4.3
6.2
6.4
Average snowfall
1.5" 38mm
3.35" 85mm
3.07" 78mm
Average snowfall days
2.7
6.5
6.3
Average daylight
10h 2min
9h 5min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
7h 3min
7h 1min
7h 1min
Average sunshine days
23.5
22.3
23
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
12%
20%
19%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Lamy, NM

Average temperature in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lamy, NM

Average pressure in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lamy, NM

Average wind speed in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lamy, NM

Average humidity in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lamy, NM

Average rainfall in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, May and June (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lamy, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lamy, NM

Average snowfall in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lamy, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Lamy, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 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
Lamy, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lamy, 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 and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lamy, NM

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lamy, NM

Average UV index in December - Lamy, 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
Lamy, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Lamy, 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 9).

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Average visibility in December
Lamy, NM

Average visibility in December - Lamy, 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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