December weather forecast
Torreon, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Torreon, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). In Torreon, the average nighttime temperature during December is a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Torreon is 63%.

Rainfall

In Torreon, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Torreon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.3 days and collects up to 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Torreon. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Torreon, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Torreon.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Torreon?

The high-temperature, in December, in Torreon, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Torreon?

In December, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in December in Torreon?

In December, in Torreon, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Torreon?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Torreon, New Mexico. Snow falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Torreon?

In Torreon, New Mexico, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Torreon?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Torreon.

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

The average day length in December in Torreon, New Mexico, is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Torreon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Torreon, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Torreon?

The month with the least sunshine in Torreon, New Mexico, is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Torreon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Torreon, New Mexico, is 6.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Torreon?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Torreon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Torreon, NM

Average temperature in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Torreon, NM

Average pressure in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Torreon, NM

Average wind speed in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Torreon, NM

Average humidity in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in December
Torreon, NM

Average rainfall in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Torreon, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Torreon, NM

Average snowfall in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Torreon, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 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
Torreon, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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 December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Torreon, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Torreon, NM

Average UV index in December - Torreon, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Torreon, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Torreon, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Torreon, NM

Average visibility in December - Torreon, 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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