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.