December weather forecastLordsburg, NM
December
Weather in December
December, the last month of the year, ushers in winter in Lordsburg, marked by shorter days and noticeably lower temperatures. Transition from the relatively mild temperatures of November to the decidedly brisk weather in December is substantial. Notably, snowfall in December reaches 0.79" (20mm), marking the city's return to winter conditions. The month is characterized by chilly days and cold nights, typical of winter. December's weather is perfect for indoor activities and offers the joys of a quiet, snowy holiday season.Temperature
With average high temperatures of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and lows of 37.6°F (3.1°C), December is the coldest month.Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 51%.Rainfall
In Lordsburg, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lordsburg, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Lordsburg. Snow falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Lordsburg, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average humidity in December: 51%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).
Average rainfall in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").
Average rainfall days in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Lordsburg, NM
- Average cloud cover in December: 20
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
Lordsburg, 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).
