December weather forecast
Los Lunas, NM

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Weather in December

December in Los Lunas comes full circle, returning to the weather patterns evidenced in January. The cool temperatures falling to 28°F (-2.2°C) are the lowest for the year, almost matching those of January. Snowfall is far more frequent, signaling a strong start to winter. Winds are notably calm, offering a respite from the colder temperatures. A noticeable decrease in daylight hours further accentuates the onset of winter. Overall, December in Los Lunas paints a perfect picture of a winter wonderland.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature in Los Lunas, New Mexico, goes from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). During December, Los Lunas's temperature averages to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Los Lunas is 57%.

Rainfall

In Los Lunas, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Los Lunas, there are 88 rainfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Los Lunas, New Mexico. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Los Lunas are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Lunas in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Los Lunas, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Los Lunas?

In Los Lunas, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

How many days does it rain in December in Los Lunas?

In December, in Los Lunas, New Mexico, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Los Lunas?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Los Lunas in December?

In Los Lunas, New Mexico, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Los Lunas?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Los Lunas?

In December, the average day length in Los Lunas is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Los Lunas?

On the first day of December in Los Lunas, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Los Lunas?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Los Lunas?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Los Lunas is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Los Lunas?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Los Lunas.

What is the UV index reading in December in Los Lunas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Los Lunas is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average temperature in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average pressure in December - Los Lunas, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average wind speed in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average humidity in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

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Average rainfall in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average rainfall in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 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
Los Lunas, NM

Average snowfall in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Los Lunas, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average UV index in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Los Lunas, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Los Lunas, NM

Average visibility in December - Los Lunas, 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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