December weather forecast
Salem, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Salem, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.4°F (11.9°C) and min 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

December, with an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low of 37°F (2.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Salem, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In Salem, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 83.2 rainfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall in Salem. December is the month with the most snowfall in Salem. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Salem, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Salem, New Mexico. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Salem?

The month of December, characterized by an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low of 37°F (2.8°C), is recognized as the coldest in Salem.

What are the temperatures in Salem in December?

In Salem, 53.4°F (11.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 37°F (2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Salem?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

What is the average humidity in December in Salem?

In December, the average relative humidity in Salem is 50%.

How many days does it rain in December in Salem?

In Salem, New Mexico, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Salem?

The month with the most snowfall in Salem, New Mexico, is December, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Salem in December?

In Salem, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salem?

December has the shortest days of the year in Salem, New Mexico, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Salem is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Salem?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salem?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Salem?

In Salem, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Salem?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Salem, New Mexico.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Salem?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Salem is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Salem, NM

Average temperature in December - Salem, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in December
Salem, NM

Average pressure in December - Salem, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Salem, NM

Average wind speed in December - Salem, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Salem, NM

Average humidity in December - Salem, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

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Average rainfall in December
Salem, NM

Average rainfall in December - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Salem, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Salem, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Salem, NM

Average snowfall in December - Salem, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Salem, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Salem, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salem, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Salem, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Salem, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Salem, NM

Average UV index in December - Salem, 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
Salem, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Salem, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Salem, NM

Average visibility in December - Salem, 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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