December weather forecast
Atkinson, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atkinson, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Atkinson's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C). Atkinson's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Atkinson, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atkinson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.3 days and collects up to 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Atkinson, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Atkinson in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Atkinson, is 37.9°F (3.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, New Hampshire, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Atkinson?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 2.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atkinson?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Atkinson.

What is the average length of the day in December in Atkinson?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Atkinson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atkinson, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Atkinson?

The months with the lowest UV index in Atkinson, New Hampshire, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Atkinson, NH

Average temperature in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Atkinson, NH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atkinson, NH

Average wind speed in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Atkinson, NH

Average humidity in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Atkinson, NH

Average rainfall in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Atkinson, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atkinson, NH

Average snowfall in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Atkinson, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atkinson, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Atkinson, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Atkinson, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Atkinson, NH

Average visibility in December - Atkinson, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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