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Artesia Weather in December

December in Artesia brings moderate temperatures around 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night, with some snow/rainfall expected.

Rainfall in Artesia in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 3 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 15 mm (0.6 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Artesia in December

If you're visiting Artesia in December, expect highs of 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows around -3°C (27°F). Winter occurs in December. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. The temperatures in December are typically the coolest of the year.

Sunshine in Artesia in December

There are approximately 208 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, March, April, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Artesia Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm (0.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 54% *  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 67% *  
* Data from: Roswell, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Artesia in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Artesia in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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