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Ruidoso Weather in December

December in Ruidoso brings low temperatures around 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to -5°C (23°F) at night, with some snow/rainfall expected.

Rainfall in Ruidoso in December

This month experiences about 7 days of snow/rain according to historical data, averaging 35 mm (1.4 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Ruidoso in December

December in Ruidoso sees highs of 10°C (50°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) overnight. December is in the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows of -5°C (23°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

December in Ruidoso can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Ruidoso Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 35 mm (1.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  

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 Ruidoso in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers.

What To Do in Ruidoso in December

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

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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