December weather forecast
Newmarket, NH

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Weather in December

Newmarket's December weather rekindles the full-blown winter conditions. The bitter cold returns with a high temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) dropping down to 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at the lowest. Snowfall reaches its second-highest level for the year at 4.53" (115mm), painting a classic winter wonderland. With Christmas festivities in full swing, December's weather only adds to the charm of Newmarket's holiday season.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Newmarket's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 2.87" (73mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Newmarket, in December, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 2.87" (73mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Newmarket, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newmarket?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Newmarket have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Newmarket, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Newmarket, NH

Average temperature in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Newmarket, NH

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

Average wind speed in December
Newmarket, NH

Average wind speed in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Newmarket, NH

Average humidity in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Newmarket, NH

Average rainfall in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Newmarket, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newmarket, NH

Average snowfall in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newmarket, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Newmarket, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newmarket, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newmarket, NH

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Newmarket, NH

Average UV index in December - Newmarket, 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
Newmarket, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Newmarket, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Newmarket, NH

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

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

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