December 25 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Santa Fe. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 3°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Santa Fe this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: December 25 is Christmas Day in Santa Fe, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Santa Fe
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Santa Fe Weather Forecast for December 25
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 3.2°C. 14% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Santa Fe in December
Based on historical data for December 25, Santa Fe typically experiences temperatures between -6.6°C and 3.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Santa Fe
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
3.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-6.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-0.2°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
14%
Avg 0.5mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~14% chance
Pressure
1019.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Santa Fe Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 82% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-4.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Christmas Day
Flight Traffic
Busy
60/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~21
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Santa Fe
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:12
☀️ Noon
12:05
🌇 Sunset
16:57
⏱️ Daylight
9h 44m
Wind Speed
13.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Santa Fe
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Santa Fe on December 25 averages 3.2°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 33/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Santa Fe Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 20
4.3°C • 7% rain
Score
38
December 21
4.1°C • 9% rain
Score
38
December 22
4.1°C • 11% rain
Score
38
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Santa Fe Worth Visiting on December 25?
Planning a trip to Santa Fe on December 25? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 3.2°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Christmas Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 21 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 25 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 9.9°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to -10.1°C in 2023.