December weather forecast
Newport, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Newport, New Hampshire, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to 21°F (-6.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Newport, New Hampshire, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Newport, New Hampshire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Newport, New Hampshire. In Newport, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.4 snowfall days, and 42.72" (1085mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newport.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Newport, New Hampshire, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Newport in December?

In Newport, 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 21°F (-6.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

In December, the average relative humidity in Newport, New Hampshire, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Newport in December?

In Newport, New Hampshire, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Newport in December?

In Newport, New Hampshire, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newport, New Hampshire.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Newport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newport?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Newport, New Hampshire, is 4.3h.

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

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Newport, New Hampshire.

How high is the UV index in December in Newport?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newport, NH

Average temperature in December - Newport, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, NH

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newport, NH

Average wind speed in December - Newport, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Newport, NH

Average humidity in December - Newport, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, NH

Average rainfall in December - Newport, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, NH

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, NH

Average snowfall in December - Newport, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newport, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, NH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Newport, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Newport, NH

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

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

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