December weather forecast
Milford, NH

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Weather in December

December brings in colder weather with the average high temperature dropping to 35.4°F (1.9°C). The cityscape is blanketed with an average snowfall of 5.43" (138mm) throughout 6.3 days, reminding everyone of the winter season. The daylight is at a minimum (9.1 hours), while sunshine hours are also the lowest for the year. This month brings a mix of festivities and chilling weather. The year in Milford ends in the midst of crisp winter days, and often, in the beauty of white snow.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Milford, New Hampshire, sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Milford encounters a steady low-temperature average of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Milford, New Hampshire, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Milford, New Hampshire, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Milford. In December, in Milford, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated. In Milford, New Hampshire, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 26.42" (671mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Milford is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Milford in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Milford?

In December, the average relative humidity in Milford is 80%.

How much does it rain in Milford in December?

In Milford, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Milford?

In December, in Milford, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Milford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Milford have in December?

In Milford, New Hampshire, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Milford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Milford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Milford, New Hampshire, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Milford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Milford?

In Milford, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Milford, NH

Average temperature in December - Milford, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Milford, NH

Average pressure in December - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Milford, NH

Average humidity in December - Milford, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Milford, NH

Average rainfall in December - Milford, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Milford, NH

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milford, NH

Average snowfall in December - Milford, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milford, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Milford, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milford, 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
Milford, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Milford, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Milford, NH

Average UV index in December - Milford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Milford, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Milford, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Milford, NH

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

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

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