December weather forecast
Epsom, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Epsom, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Epsom experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Epsom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.3 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Epsom, New Hampshire, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 6.54" (166mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Epsom, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.9 days and aggregates up to 32.95" (837mm) 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 4:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Epsom, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Epsom, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

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 Epsom have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Epsom, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value 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
Epsom, NH

Average temperature in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Epsom, NH

Average pressure in December - Epsom, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Epsom, NH

Average wind speed in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Epsom, NH

Average humidity in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Epsom, NH

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Epsom, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Epsom, NH

Average snowfall in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Epsom, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 0min).

  • 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
Epsom, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Epsom, NH

Average UV index in December - Epsom, 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
Epsom, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Epsom, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Epsom, NH

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

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

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