December weather forecast
Bradford, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bradford, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Bradford's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bradford, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.9 rainfall days, and 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.7 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bradford, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bradford, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bradford, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bradford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bradford, NH

Average temperature in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradford, NH

Average pressure in December - Bradford, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bradford, NH

Average wind speed in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bradford, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bradford, NH

Average rainfall in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradford, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bradford, NH

Average snowfall in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bradford, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bradford, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradford, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bradford, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Bradford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Bradford, NH

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

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

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