December weather forecast
Bennington, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Bennington, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and max 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bennington, New Hampshire, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.7 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bennington. In Bennington, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow. In Bennington, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 47.95" (1218mm) 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 December in Bennington, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bennington, New Hampshire, is 4.1h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bennington?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bennington, is 32.7°F (0.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bennington?

The average relative humidity in December in Bennington is 83%.

How much does it rain in Bennington in December?

In December, in Bennington, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bennington?

In Bennington, New Hampshire, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bennington?

The month with the shortest days in Bennington is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Bennington, New Hampshire, is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bennington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bennington have in December?

In Bennington, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Bennington are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Bennington?

In Bennington, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bennington, NH

Average temperature in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bennington, NH

Average pressure in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bennington, NH

Average wind speed in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bennington, NH

Average humidity in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bennington, NH

Average rainfall in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Bennington, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bennington, NH

Average snowfall in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bennington, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bennington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bennington, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Bennington, NH

Average UV index in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bennington, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Bennington, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Bennington, NH

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

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

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