December weather forecast
Las Palomas, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Las Palomas, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.4°F (0.8°C) and max 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

December, with average temperatures reaching a high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month in Las Palomas, New Mexico, is December, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Las Palomas, New Mexico, there are 82.9 rainfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Las Palomas. In Las Palomas, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Las Palomas, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.4 days and aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Las Palomas, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Las Palomas?

December tends to be the coldest month in Las Palomas, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What are December temperatures in Las Palomas?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Las Palomas, is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the most humid month in Las Palomas?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

What is the average humidity in December in Las Palomas?

In December, the average relative humidity in Las Palomas is 50%.

How much does it rain in Las Palomas in December?

In Las Palomas, New Mexico, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Las Palomas?

In Las Palomas, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Las Palomas?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Las Palomas have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Las Palomas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Las Palomas, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Las Palomas?

The months with the least sunshine in Las Palomas, New Mexico, are January and December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Las Palomas?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Las Palomas?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Las Palomas?

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

Average temperature in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average pressure in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average humidity in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).

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Average rainfall in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average UV index in December - Las Palomas, 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
Las Palomas, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Las Palomas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Las Palomas, NM

Average visibility in December - Las Palomas, 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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