December 5 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Santa Fe. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 6°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a lively time to explore Santa Fe, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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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 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 6°C. 9% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Santa Fe in December
Based on historical data for December 5, Santa Fe typically experiences temperatures between -4°C and 6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Santa Fe
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.1°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Snow Chance
9%
Avg 0.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~9% chance
Pressure
1020.3 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 97% 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
-2.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
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
07:00
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
16:51
⏱️ Daylight
9h 51m
Wind Speed
14 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
54%
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.
High pressure may reduce activity.
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 5 averages 6°C with a 9% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 48/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
November 28
6.8°C • 9% rain
Score
52
November 29
6.6°C • 10% rain
Score
51
November 30
6.4°C • 9% rain
Score
50
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Santa Fe Worth Visiting on December 5?
Planning a trip to Santa Fe on December 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 6°C with a 9% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 21 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 12.2°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -5.8°C in 2018.