December weather forecast
Raton, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Raton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Raton are January through May, September through December. In Raton, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Raton, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 41min 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

In Raton, the average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

January, February, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transform into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Raton?

With an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), December is the coldest month in Raton.

What is the temperature in December in Raton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Raton, New Mexico, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). in July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raton?

In Raton, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December in Raton?

In December, in Raton, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Raton?

In Raton, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raton?

With an average of 9h and 41min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Raton.

What is the average length of the day in December in Raton?

In Raton, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Raton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Raton, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Raton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Raton, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Raton are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Raton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Raton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Jan
Average high temperature
50.7°F 10.4°C
40.1°F 4.5°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
Average low temperature
28.9°F -1.7°C
21°F -6.1°C
21.4°F -5.9°C
Average pressure
30.06" 764mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
7.9mph 12.7km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.8mph 14.2km/h
8.3mph 13.4km/h
8.2mph 13.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.3mph 21.4km/h
13mph 20.9km/h
12.9mph 20.8km/h
Average humidity
51%
61%
62%
Average rainfall
0.39" 10mm
0.51" 13mm
0.43" 11mm
Average rainfall days
2.7
4.6
3.3
Average snowfall
2.44" 62mm
3.39" 86mm
3.43" 87mm
Average snowfall days
4
6.8
7.4
Average daylight
10h 13min
9h 41min
9h 58min
Average sunshine
7h 18min
7h 6min
7h 0min
Average sunshine days
24.4
22.8
22.3
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
14%
19%
18%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average pressure in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average humidity in December
Raton, NM

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raton, NM

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Raton, NM

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raton, NM

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raton, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 41min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 39min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 41min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average UV index in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Raton, NM

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).

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Average visibility in December
Raton, NM

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).

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