December weather forecast
Ducks Head, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ducks Head, New Hampshire, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Ducks Head experiences an average low-temperature reading of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Ducks Head, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ducks Head, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.5 days and collects up to 11.61" (295mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ducks Head, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ducks Head, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ducks Head, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ducks Head is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ducks Head, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ducks Head have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ducks Head, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average temperature in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ducks Head, NH

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

Average wind speed in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average wind speed in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average humidity in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average rainfall in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average snowfall in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ducks Head, NH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (18.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average UV index in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ducks Head, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Ducks Head, NH

Average visibility in December - Ducks Head, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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