December weather forecast
Litchfield, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Litchfield, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Litchfield, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.2 rainfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Litchfield are February and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Litchfield, 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Litchfield, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Litchfield, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Litchfield, New Hampshire, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Litchfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Litchfield, NH

Average temperature in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Litchfield, NH

Average pressure in December - Litchfield, 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
Litchfield, NH

Average wind speed in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Litchfield, NH

Average humidity in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Litchfield, NH

Average rainfall in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Litchfield, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Litchfield, NH

Average snowfall in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Litchfield, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Litchfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Litchfield, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Litchfield, NH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Litchfield, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Litchfield, NH

Average visibility in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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