December weather forecast
Effingham Falls, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Effingham Falls, New Hampshire, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Effingham Falls experiences an average drop to 20.3°F (-6.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Effingham Falls is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Effingham Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Effingham Falls, New Hampshire, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow. In Effingham Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.3 days and aggregates up to 42.32" (1075mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Effingham Falls experiences an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Effingham Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Effingham Falls, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Effingham Falls, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Effingham Falls have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average temperature in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average pressure in December - Effingham Falls, 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
Effingham Falls, NH

Average wind speed in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average humidity in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average rainfall in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average snowfall in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

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
Effingham Falls, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Effingham Falls, NH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average UV index in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Effingham Falls, NH

Average visibility in December - Effingham Falls, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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