December weather forecast
Vaughn, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Vaughn, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 52%.

Rainfall

In Vaughn, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vaughn, New Mexico, there are 78.6 rainfall days, and 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Vaughn, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Vaughn, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Vaughn, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Vaughn.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Vaughn, New Mexico. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Vaughn?

Vaughn's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and lows of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

What are December temperatures in Vaughn?

Vaughn in December has an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Vaughn?

With an average relative humidity of 52%, December is the most humid month in Vaughn, New Mexico.

What is the average humidity in December in Vaughn?

In Vaughn, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 52%.

How much does it rain in Vaughn in December?

In Vaughn, in December, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Vaughn in December?

In Vaughn, New Mexico, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vaughn?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Vaughn have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Vaughn?

On the first day of December in Vaughn, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Vaughn?

January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Vaughn have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Vaughn?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Vaughn.

How high is the UV index in December in Vaughn?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Vaughn, New Mexico, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vaughn, NM

Average temperature in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Vaughn, NM

Average pressure in December - Vaughn, 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 April (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Vaughn, NM

Average wind speed in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Vaughn, NM

Average humidity in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (31%).

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Average rainfall in December
Vaughn, NM

Average rainfall in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Vaughn, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Vaughn, NM

Average snowfall in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Vaughn, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (3.5 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
Vaughn, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vaughn, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vaughn, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vaughn, NM

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Vaughn, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Vaughn, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Vaughn, NM

Average visibility in December - Vaughn, 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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