December weather forecast
Gorham, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Gorham, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

During Gorham's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gorham, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Gorham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.4 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gorham, during December, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow. In Gorham, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.4 days and aggregates up to 60.94" (1548mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gorham, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

In Gorham, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gorham in December?

Gorham in December has an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gorham, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.49" (241mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gorham have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Gorham, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gorham is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gorham, NH

Average temperature in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gorham, NH

Average pressure in December - Gorham, 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
Gorham, NH

Average wind speed in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gorham, NH

Average humidity in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gorham, NH

Average rainfall in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Gorham, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gorham, NH

Average snowfall in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gorham, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gorham, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gorham, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Gorham, 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 (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gorham, NH

Average UV index in December - Gorham, 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
Gorham, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Gorham, NH

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

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

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