December weather forecast
Smith Lake, NM

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smith Lake, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

Smith Lake's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). December's nights in Smith Lake observe an average temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Smith Lake is 64%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smith Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Smith Lake. In Smith Lake, New Mexico, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smith Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 13.15" (334mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Smith Lake, New Mexico.
On the first day of December in Smith Lake, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Smith Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Smith Lake during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Smith Lake during December are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smith Lake?

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smith Lake?

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Smith Lake in December?

In Smith Lake, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smith Lake?

The month with the shortest days in Smith Lake is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Smith Lake have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Smith Lake?

On the first day of December in Smith Lake, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Smith Lake have in December?

In Smith Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Smith Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index in Smith Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Smith Lake?

In Smith Lake, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average temperature in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average pressure in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average wind speed in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average humidity in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Smith Lake, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average UV index in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Smith Lake, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Smith Lake, NM

Average visibility in December - Smith Lake, 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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