December Weather in Las Cruces

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Las Cruces, Mexico, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (51°F). Typically, the humidity level in Las Cruces throughout December hovers around 91%.

10°C (51°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (68°F)

Average temperature

31°C (88°F)

Maximum temperature

91%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Las Cruces averages 21 mm (0.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 5 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 51 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 13 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 54% probability of sunny days during this period.

21 mm (0.8 inches)

Precipitation

5 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 13 minutes

Sunshine hours

54%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Las Cruces reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 6 7 6 5 3 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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