December weather forecast
Seneca, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Seneca, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Seneca, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Seneca, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Seneca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.4 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Seneca, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) 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 December in Seneca, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Seneca, the average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Seneca?

December is the month when Seneca, New Mexico, sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What are the temperatures in Seneca in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Seneca, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Seneca?

December is the most humid month in Seneca, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

What is the average humidity in December in Seneca?

In Seneca, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.

How many days does it rain in December in Seneca?

In December, in Seneca, New Mexico, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Seneca in December?

In Seneca, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Seneca?

December has the shortest days of the year in Seneca, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Seneca?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Seneca, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:47 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Seneca?

In Seneca, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Seneca?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Seneca?

In Seneca, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Seneca, NM

Average temperature in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Seneca, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Seneca, NM

Average wind speed in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Seneca, NM

Average humidity in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).

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Average rainfall in December
Seneca, NM

Average rainfall in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Seneca, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Seneca, NM

Average snowfall in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Seneca, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Seneca, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Seneca, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Seneca, NM

Average UV index in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Seneca, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Seneca, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Seneca, NM

Average visibility in December - Seneca, 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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