Temperature in New Mexico in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in New Mexico, the United States of America this December.

New Mexico, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from -1°C (30°F) in Taos Ski Valley to 14°C (57°F) in Carlsbad. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Carlsbad and -10°C (14°F) in Taos Ski Valley. December is a winter month. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in New Mexico, the United States of America in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in New Mexico on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in New Mexico in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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New Mexico temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in New Mexico, the United States of America in December?

Average daytime highs in New Mexico, the United States of America during December reach about 5°C (41°F) in Taos.

How cold does it get at night in New Mexico, the United States of America in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Taos typically drop to around -11°C (12°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in New Mexico, the United States of America?

According to our recent database analysis, Carlsbad is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 14°C (57°F) and rarely drops below -2°C (28°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in December in New Mexico, the United States of America?

Our database indicates that in December, Taos Ski Valley is the city with the coolest temperatures in New Mexico, the United States of America. You can expect daytime highs of -1°C (30°F) and nighttime lows close to -10°C (14°F).

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