December weather forecast
Pedernal, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pedernal, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Pedernal's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). Pedernal reports an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pedernal is 61%.

Rainfall

In Pedernal, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pedernal, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Pedernal is December, when snow falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Pedernal, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Pedernal is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pedernal, New Mexico, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pedernal in December?

During December, Pedernal experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pedernal?

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in Pedernal in December?

In December, in Pedernal, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Pedernal?

The month with the most snowfall in Pedernal is December, when snow falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Pedernal in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pedernal?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pedernal have in December?

In Pedernal, New Mexico, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pedernal?

On the first day of December in Pedernal, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pedernal?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Pedernal.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pedernal?

In Pedernal, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pedernal?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pedernal?

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

Average temperature in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pedernal, NM

Average pressure in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pedernal, NM

Average wind speed in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pedernal, NM

Average humidity in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (33%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pedernal, NM

Average rainfall in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pedernal, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pedernal, NM

Average snowfall in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pedernal, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.6 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
Pedernal, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pedernal, NM

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pedernal, NM

Average UV index in December - Pedernal, 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
Pedernal, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Pedernal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Pedernal, NM

Average visibility in December - Pedernal, 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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