December weather forecast
Colebrook, NH

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Weather in December

The finale month of the year in Colebrook, December, fully embodies the essence of a New England winter. Accompanying cold temperatures, snowfall increases substantially to 10.16" (258mm). With only 8.9 hours of daylight, the shortest of the year, most days have an early sunset. The humidity level of 88% paired with cloud cover of 76% ensures persistently cold and gloomy days. As December ends, the cycle of seasons resumes with the chilly embrace of another January.

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C). December brings Colebrook a consistent average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Colebrook, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Colebrook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.3 days and collects up to 30.87" (784mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colebrook, during December, snow falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow. In Colebrook, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.4 days and aggregates up to 63.86" (1622mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 26.6°F (-3°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Colebrook, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Colebrook, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colebrook in December?

In Colebrook, in December, snow falls for 20.5 days, with typically accumulated 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Colebrook have in December?

In Colebrook, New Hampshire, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colebrook have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Colebrook, NH

Average temperature in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Colebrook, NH

Average pressure in December - Colebrook, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colebrook, NH

Average wind speed in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Colebrook, NH

Average humidity in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Colebrook, NH

Average rainfall in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Colebrook, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colebrook, NH

Average snowfall in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colebrook, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colebrook, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Colebrook, NH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Colebrook, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Colebrook, NH

Average visibility in December - Colebrook, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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