Santa Fe Weather in December

December in Santa Fe sees daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Santa Fe in December

Typically around 8 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 36 mm (1.4 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Santa Fe in December

Daytime temperatures in Santa Fe reach 5°C (41°F) in December, dropping to -7°C (19°F) at night. 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. At -7°C (19°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Sunshine in Santa Fe in December

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 221 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Fe. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Santa Fe Temperature in December

Min Temperature -7°C (19°F)  

Max Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 36 mm (1.4 in)  

Rainy days 8 days  

Sunshine 221 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

What to Wear in Santa Fe in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Santa Fe in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Santa Fe in December

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Santa Fe's climate page.

More climate data for Santa Fe

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