December weather forecastLos Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).Temperature
A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) is recorded during the nights in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 59%.Rainfall
In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average humidity in December: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).
Average rainfall in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 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
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 10).
Average visibility in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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).
