December weather forecast
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In December, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, there are 80.6 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

The high-temperature, in December, in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

The average relative humidity in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, is 59%.

How many days does it rain in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque in December?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque.

What is the average length of the day in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

On the first day of December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

The months with the least sunshine in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, New Mexico, are January and December, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average temperature in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average pressure in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average wind speed in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average humidity in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April, May and June (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 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
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 48min).

  • 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average UV index in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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 Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM

Average visibility in December - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, 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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