December weather forecast
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ossipee Lake Shores, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

During Ossipee Lake Shores's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ossipee Lake Shores, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ossipee Lake Shores, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ossipee Lake Shores, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.3 snowfall days, and 42.32" (1075mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ossipee Lake Shores is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ossipee Lake Shores, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ossipee Lake Shores, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ossipee Lake Shores, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ossipee Lake Shores?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ossipee Lake Shores have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through 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 Ossipee Lake Shores, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average temperature in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average pressure in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average wind speed in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average humidity in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average rainfall in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average snowfall in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average UV index in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Ossipee Lake Shores, NH

Average visibility in December - Ossipee Lake Shores, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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