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Santa Fe weather in December (New Mexico, United States of America)

Curious about the December weather in Santa Fe? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Santa Fe generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 5°C, while nights can cool down to about -7°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Santa Fe in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

The city usually sees around 221 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Fe. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Santa Fe, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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 Santa Fe in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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