December weather forecast
Jefferson, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jefferson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C).

Temperature

A shift in Jefferson's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a still freezing cold 17.6°F (-8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 31.97" (812mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Jefferson, in December, snow falls for 20.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.65" (245mm) of snow. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 109.1 days and aggregates up to 71.5" (1816mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Jefferson, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Jefferson?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Jefferson are 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.6°F (-8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Jefferson, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 20.4 days. Throughout December, 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson have in December?

In Jefferson, 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Jefferson, NH

Average temperature in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Jefferson, NH

Average pressure in December - Jefferson, 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
Jefferson, NH

Average wind speed in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Jefferson, NH

Average humidity in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Jefferson, NH

Average rainfall in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Jefferson, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jefferson, NH

Average snowfall in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jefferson, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jefferson, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jefferson, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Jefferson, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Jefferson, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Jefferson, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Jefferson, NH

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

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

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