December weather forecast
Silver City, NM

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Weather in December

December turns Silver City into a winter wonderland with temperatures plunging from 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to 48.7°F (9.3°C) and snowfall increasing to 2.95" (75mm). It is one of the coldest months in Silver City that brings frosty mornings and chilly nights. Snow often cloaks the city in December, making it a beautiful winter retreat. The snowfall, cold temperatures, and holiday spirit together make December a magical month in Silver City. Despite the chill, this time of the year provides a unique experience, shaping the city into a serene and picturesque landscape.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), December stands out as the coldest month in Silver City.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 56%, December is the most humid month in Silver City.

Rainfall

In Silver City, New Mexico, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Silver City. December is the month with the most snowfall in Silver City. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Silver City is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Silver City, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Silver City?

With its average high temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), December is regarded as the coldest month in Silver City.

What is the temperature in December in Silver City?

The high-temperature, in December, in Silver City, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Silver City?

The most humid month in Silver City, New Mexico, is December, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

What is the average humidity in December in Silver City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Silver City is 56%.

How much does it rain in Silver City in December?

In Silver City, New Mexico, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Silver City?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Silver City, New Mexico. Snow falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Silver City?

In December, in Silver City, New Mexico, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Silver City?

The month with the shortest days in Silver City, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Silver City have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Silver City?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Silver City?

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Silver City.

How long on average sun shines in December in Silver City?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Silver City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Silver City, New Mexico, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Silver City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Silver City, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Silver City, NM

Average temperature in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Silver City, NM

Average pressure in December - Silver City, 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 June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Silver City, NM

Average wind speed in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Silver City, NM

Average humidity in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Silver City, NM

Average rainfall in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Silver City, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Silver City, NM

Average snowfall in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Silver City, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Silver City, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver City, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Silver City, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Silver City, NM

Average UV index in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Silver City, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Silver City, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Silver City, NM

Average visibility in December - Silver City, 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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