December weather forecastRaton, NM
December
Weather in December
December in Raton cements the winter season. The mercury drops further with the maximum temperature settling at 40.1°F (4.5°C). A considerable 3.39" (86mm) of snowfall transforms the city into a snowy retreat. Rainfall is relatively low with around 0.51" (13mm) precipitation adding to the month's total. The dwindling daylight hours and the chilling wind complete the winter portrait. As 2022 wraps up, Raton basks under a white blanket, reflecting the picture-perfect setting for holiday celebrations.Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 21°F (-6.1°C), December stands out as the coldest month.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.Rainfall
In Raton, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Raton, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, in Raton, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.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 6:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Raton, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
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. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Raton, NM
- Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Raton, NM
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Raton, NM
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Raton, NM
- Average humidity in December: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in December
Raton, NM
- Average rainfall in December: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").
Average rainfall days in December
Raton, NM
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Raton, NM
- Average snowfall in December: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Raton, NM
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Raton, NM
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Raton, NM
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Raton, NM
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Raton, NM
- Average cloud cover in December: 19
The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and July (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in December
Raton, 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).
