December weather forecast
Brookline, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brookline, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). In Brookline, an average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brookline, New Hampshire, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.7 snowfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Brookline is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Brookline, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Brookline, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Brookline have in December?

In Brookline, New Hampshire, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brookline have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Brookline, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Brookline, NH

Average temperature in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Brookline, NH

Average pressure in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, NH

Average wind speed in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Brookline, NH

Average humidity in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Brookline, NH

Average rainfall in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Brookline, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brookline, NH

Average snowfall in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brookline, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brookline, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brookline, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Brookline, NH

Average UV index in December - Brookline, 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
Brookline, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Brookline, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Brookline, NH

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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