December weather forecast
Playas, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Playas, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

Playas experiences its lowest average temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a minimum of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Playas, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Playas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Playas, New Mexico, are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Playas, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Playas is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Playas?

December is the month when Playas, New Mexico, sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What are December temperatures in Playas?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Playas, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Playas?

December is the most humid month in Playas, New Mexico, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in December in Playas?

In Playas, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

How much does it rain in Playas in December?

In December, in Playas, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Playas?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Playas in December?

In Playas, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Playas?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Playas, New Mexico.

How many hours of daylight does Playas have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Playas?

On the first day of December in Playas, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Playas?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Playas?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Playas is 7h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Playas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Playas, NM

Average temperature in December - Playas, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Playas, NM

Average pressure in December - Playas, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Playas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Playas, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Playas, NM

Average humidity in December - Playas, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

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Average rainfall in December
Playas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Playas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Playas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Playas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Playas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Playas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Playas, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Playas, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Playas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Playas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Playas, NM

Average UV index in December - Playas, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Playas, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Playas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Playas, NM

Average visibility in December - Playas, 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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