December weather forecast
Effingham, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Effingham, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). Effingham's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Effingham, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Effingham, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow. In Effingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.9 days and aggregates up to 38.15" (969mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Effingham, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 7.2" (183mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Effingham, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Effingham have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°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 (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Effingham, NH

Average pressure in December - Effingham, 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, NH

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Effingham, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Effingham, NH

Average rainfall in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Effingham, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Effingham, NH

Average snowfall in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Effingham, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 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, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Effingham, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Effingham, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Effingham, NH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Effingham, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Effingham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

Average visibility in December
Effingham, NH

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

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

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