December weather forecast
Lovington, NM

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Weather in December

December embraces the full onset of winter, taking the temperatures down further to highs of 53.1°F (11.7°C). Comparatively, this is chillier than November and gives a clear sign of the colder January ahead. An increased chance of snowfall introduces the region to the classic winter wonderland feel. Shorter daylight hours, colder temperatures and festive decorations around the city give this month a unique atmosphere altogether. Warm coats, hot drinks, and snow shovels become a daily necessity.

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). In Lovington, an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lovington, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lovington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lovington are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Lovington. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lovington, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lovington, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Lovington is December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lovington in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lovington, is 53.1°F (11.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lovington?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lovington is 51%.

How much does it rain in Lovington in December?

In December, in Lovington, New Mexico, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Lovington?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Lovington. Snow falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Lovington?

In Lovington, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lovington?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Lovington, New Mexico, is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lovington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lovington, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lovington?

The month with the least sunshine in Lovington is December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lovington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lovington, New Mexico, is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lovington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lovington?

In Lovington, 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
Lovington, NM

Average temperature in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lovington, NM

Average pressure in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lovington, NM

Average wind speed in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lovington, NM

Average humidity in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lovington, NM

Average rainfall in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lovington, NM

Average rainfall days in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lovington, NM

Average snowfall in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lovington, NM

Average snowfall days in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 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
Lovington, NM

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Lovington, NM

Average sunshine days in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lovington, NM

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Lovington, NM

Average cloud cover in December - Lovington, NM
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Lovington, NM

Average visibility in December - Lovington, 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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