December weather forecast
Ashland, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ashland, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ashland, New Hampshire, there are 157.7 rainfall days, and 28.58" (726mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ashland, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 37.28" (947mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ashland is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Ashland, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ashland, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ashland in December?

In Ashland, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, New Hampshire, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashland?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ashland.

How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in December?

In Ashland, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ashland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ashland, New Hampshire, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ashland?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ashland, New Hampshire.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ashland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ashland, New Hampshire, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ashland, NH

Average temperature in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashland, NH

Average pressure in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashland, NH

Average wind speed in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashland, NH

Average humidity in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashland, NH

Average rainfall in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashland, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashland, NH

Average snowfall in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashland, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashland, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashland, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashland, NH

Average UV index in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashland, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Ashland, NH

Average visibility in December - Ashland, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and September (4mi).

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