December weather forecast
Truchas, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Truchas, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.4°F (-7°C) and an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

In Truchas, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Truchas, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Truchas, New Mexico, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Truchas, New Mexico, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Truchas.
On the first day of December in Truchas, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Truchas during December?

The high-temperature in Truchas during December is 39.6°F (4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Truchas?

The average relative humidity in December in Truchas is 65%.

How much does it rain in Truchas in December?

In Truchas, New Mexico, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Truchas?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Truchas in December?

In December, in Truchas, New Mexico, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Truchas?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Truchas, New Mexico.

How many hours of daylight does Truchas have in December?

The average day length in December in Truchas is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Truchas?

On the first day of December in Truchas, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Truchas?

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Truchas, New Mexico.

How long on average sun shines in December in Truchas?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Truchas is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Truchas?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Truchas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Truchas is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Truchas, NM

Average temperature in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Truchas, NM

Average pressure in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Truchas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Truchas, NM

Average humidity in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (33%).

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Average rainfall in December
Truchas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Truchas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 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 (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Truchas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Truchas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 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
Truchas, NM

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average sunshine days in December
Truchas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Truchas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Truchas, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Truchas, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Truchas, NM

Average visibility in December - Truchas, 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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