December weather forecast
Hillsboro, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hillsboro, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Hillsboro's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). December nights in Hillsboro experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hillsboro is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hillsboro, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.17" (182mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 37.2" (945mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hillsboro, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Hillsboro, 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hillsboro, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hillsboro, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsboro?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsboro have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsboro have in December?

In Hillsboro, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hillsboro.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average temperature in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillsboro, NH

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

Average wind speed in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average wind speed in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average humidity in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average rainfall in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average snowfall in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillsboro, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsboro, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hillsboro, NH

Average visibility in December - Hillsboro, 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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