December weather forecast
Goshen, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Goshen, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In December, Goshen encounters an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Goshen, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Goshen, there are 121.9 rainfall days, and 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Goshen, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Goshen, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.7 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Goshen are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Goshen, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Goshen?

In Goshen, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Goshen have in December?

In Goshen, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goshen have in December?

In Goshen, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Goshen?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Goshen, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Goshen, NH

Average temperature in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Goshen, NH

Average pressure in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Goshen, NH

Average wind speed in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Goshen, NH

Average humidity in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Goshen, NH

Average rainfall in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Goshen, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goshen, NH

Average snowfall in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goshen, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goshen, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Goshen, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Goshen, NH

Average UV index in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Goshen, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Goshen, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Goshen, NH

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

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

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