December weather forecastPlayas, NM
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Playas, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C).Temperature
December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 51%.Rainfall
In Playas, New Mexico, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Playas, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. 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, 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
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Playas, NM
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
