December weather forecastMeadow Lake, NM

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meadow Lake, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

Meadow Lake's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's moderate 55.4°F (13°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). An average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Meadow Lake is 57%.

Rainfall

In December, in Meadow Lake, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Meadow Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88 days and collects up to 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Meadow Lake are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Meadow Lake, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Meadow Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

In December, the average relative humidity in Meadow Lake, New Mexico, is 57%.

In Meadow Lake, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

December is the month with the most snowfall in Meadow Lake. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

In December, in Meadow Lake, New Mexico, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Meadow Lake, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Meadow Lake is 9h and 52min.

On the first day of December in Meadow Lake, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

In Meadow Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Meadow Lake are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Meadow Lake, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Meadow Lake, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min

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 54min).

  • 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
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Meadow Lake, 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
Meadow Lake, NM

  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Meadow Lake, 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).