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
Ranchos de Taos observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Ranchos de Taos is 75%.Rainfall
In Ranchos de Taos, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ranchos de Taos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Ranchos de Taos, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ranchos de Taos.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Ranchos de Taos?
What is the average humidity in December in Ranchos de Taos?
How many days does it rain in December in Ranchos de Taos?
What is the snowiest month in Ranchos de Taos?
How much does it snow in Ranchos de Taos in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Ranchos de Taos?
What is the average length of the day in December in Ranchos de Taos?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ranchos de Taos?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Ranchos de Taos?
How long on average sun shines in December in Ranchos de Taos?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ranchos de Taos?
What is the UV index reading in December in Ranchos de Taos?
Average temperature in December
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, 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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