Rio Rancho weather in December (New Mexico, United States of America)

What kind of weather does December bring to Rio Rancho? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Rio Rancho includes low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 9°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -5°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Rio Rancho in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 25 mm for the month. On average, there are about 6 days with snow/rain during this month.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 223 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rio Rancho. March, April, May, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rio Rancho climate page with graphs.

 

Rio Rancho, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 20%  

Precipitation 25 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 56% *  

Sunshine 223 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 73% *  

* Data from: Albuquerque, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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