December weather forecast
Sunland Park, NM

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Weather in December

The weather in December in Sunland Park, New Mexico, sends off the year with chilling high temperatures of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and relative humidity of 48%. Compared to November, December sees a further dip in temperatures, indicating the fully-fledged arrival of winter. The dawn of winter results in cold and shorter days and somewhat increased cloud cover. The moderate wind speed adds to the chilling conditions typical in December. As the year progresses towards its end, the city prepares itself to welcome the New Year with festivities under a chilly winter sky.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in November to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). During December, the temperature in Sunland Park, New Mexico, tends to dip to an average of 39.6°F (4.2°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 48%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Sunland Park, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sunland Park, New Mexico, there are 67.4 rainfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sunland Park are January, February and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.1 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Sunland Park, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sunland Park.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunland Park are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sunland Park?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sunland Park, New Mexico, are 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Sunland Park?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

What is the average humidity in December in Sunland Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Sunland Park is 48%.

How much does it rain in Sunland Park in December?

In Sunland Park, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Sunland Park?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Sunland Park?

December is the first month it typically snows in Sunland Park, New Mexico. Throughout December, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sunland Park?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sunland Park, New Mexico, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sunland Park?

The average day length in December in Sunland Park, New Mexico, is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sunland Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sunland Park, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sunland Park?

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sunland Park.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunland Park have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sunland Park, New Mexico, is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sunland Park?

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sunland Park?

In Sunland Park, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average temperature in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average pressure in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average wind speed in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average humidity in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average rainfall in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average snowfall in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • 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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average UV index in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Sunland Park, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Sunland Park, NM

Average visibility in December - Sunland Park, 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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