December weather forecast
Grantham, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grantham, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Grantham, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Grantham, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grantham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grantham, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grantham, there are 65.4 snowfall days, and 42.72" (1085mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Grantham are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grantham, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grantham?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grantham have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grantham have in December?

In Grantham, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Grantham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Grantham, NH

Average temperature in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Grantham, NH

Average pressure in December - Grantham, 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
Grantham, NH

Average wind speed in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Grantham, NH

Average humidity in December - Grantham, 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
Grantham, NH

Average rainfall in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Grantham, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grantham, NH

Average snowfall in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grantham, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grantham, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grantham, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Grantham, NH

Average UV index in December - Grantham, 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
Grantham, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Grantham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Grantham, NH

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

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

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