December weather forecast
Paraje, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Paraje, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). An average minimum temperature of 23°F (-5°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In Paraje, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Paraje, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Paraje, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paraje are January through April, October through December. In Paraje, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. In Paraje, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Paraje, New Mexico. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Paraje?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paraje?

In Paraje, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Paraje?

In Paraje, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Paraje?

In Paraje, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paraje?

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

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

In Paraje, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paraje?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paraje?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Paraje?

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

Average temperature in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paraje, NM

Average pressure in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Paraje, NM

Average wind speed in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paraje, NM

Average humidity in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paraje, NM

Average rainfall in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paraje, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paraje, NM

Average snowfall in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paraje, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Paraje, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paraje, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paraje, NM

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paraje, NM

Average UV index in December - Paraje, 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
Paraje, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Paraje, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Paraje, NM

Average visibility in December - Paraje, 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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