Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature goes from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C). In Petaca, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 13.1°F (-10.5°C).Humidity
In Petaca, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In Petaca, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petaca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Petaca are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Petaca, New Mexico, is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Petaca.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Petaca in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Petaca?
How much does it rain in Petaca in December?
When does it snow the most in Petaca?
How many days does it snow in December in Petaca?
What is the month with the shortest days in Petaca?
How many hours of daylight does Petaca have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Petaca?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Petaca?
How long on average sun shines in December in Petaca?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Petaca?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Petaca?
Average temperature in December
Petaca, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Petaca, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Petaca, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Petaca, NM
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).
Average rainfall in December
Petaca, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Petaca, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Petaca, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 4.92"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Petaca, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Petaca, NM
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Petaca, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Petaca, NM
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Petaca, NM
- Average cloud cover in December: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in December
Petaca, NM
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
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