December weather forecast
Loudon, NH

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Weather in December

In December, Loudon, New Hampshire welcomes winter with a combination of low temperatures, increased snowfall, and shorter daylight hours. Average temperatures plunge to 33.1°F (0.6°C) from November's 44.4°F (6.9°C), marking the beginning of the coldest season. A steady rise in snowfall, coupled with a decrease in daylight, contributes to the frosty, wintry vibes. The days become progressively shorter, paving the way for long and crisp winter nights. With the setting in of the new year, Loudon bids farewell to the fleeting year while bundled up under a fresh blanket of snow.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Loudon, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Loudon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Loudon, New Hampshire. In Loudon, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Loudon, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.2 days and aggregates up to 30.71" (780mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Loudon, New Hampshire.
On the first day of December in Loudon, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Loudon, New Hampshire, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Loudon, is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Loudon?

The average relative humidity in December in Loudon is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Loudon, New Hampshire, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Loudon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Loudon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Loudon, NH

Average temperature in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Loudon, NH

Average pressure in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
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Average wind speed in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Loudon, NH

Average humidity in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Loudon, NH

Average rainfall in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loudon, NH

Average snowfall in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loudon, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loudon, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Loudon, NH

Average UV index in December - Loudon, 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
Loudon, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Loudon, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Loudon, NH

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

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

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