Portales weather in December (New Mexico, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Portales in December? This guide provides all the details you need.
In December, Portales typically experiences low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -4°C. During this period, the city experiences its coolest temperatures annually.
Portales in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 4 days of snow/rain.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Portales. March, April, May, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, June, July and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Portales climate page with graphs.
Portales, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-4°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
18 mm
Rainy days
4 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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