December weather forecast
San Cristobal, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in San Cristobal, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.2°F (-11°C) and max 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). San Cristobal records a steady low-temperature average of 12.2°F (-11°C) during December.

Humidity

In San Cristobal, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in San Cristobal, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In San Cristobal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In San Cristobal, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.24" (184mm) of snow. In San Cristobal, New Mexico, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.8 days and aggregates up to 43.15" (1096mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in San Cristobal, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in San Cristobal are January through March, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in San Cristobal in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in San Cristobal?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in San Cristobal?

In San Cristobal, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 7.24" (184mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in San Cristobal?

The month with the shortest days in San Cristobal is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in San Cristobal?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in San Cristobal?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in San Cristobal, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does San Cristobal have in December?

In San Cristobal, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in San Cristobal?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in San Cristobal?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in San Cristobal is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average temperature in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average pressure in December - San Cristobal, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average wind speed in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average humidity in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

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Average rainfall in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall days in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall days in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.7 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - San Cristobal, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average sunshine days in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average UV index in December - San Cristobal, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average cloud cover in December - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
San Cristobal, NM

Average visibility in December - San Cristobal, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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