December weather forecast
South Newbury, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Newbury, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and min 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). South Newbury records an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In South Newbury, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Newbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.9 days and collects up to 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Newbury, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.7 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Newbury, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Newbury?

In South Newbury, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In South Newbury, New Hampshire, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In South Newbury, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Newbury have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In South Newbury, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
South Newbury, NH

Average pressure in December - South Newbury, 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
South Newbury, NH

Average wind speed in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
South Newbury, NH

Average humidity in December - South Newbury, 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
South Newbury, NH

Average rainfall in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
South Newbury, NH

Average rainfall days in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Newbury, NH

Average snowfall in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Newbury, NH

Average snowfall days in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Newbury, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Newbury, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Newbury, NH

Average sunshine days in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
South Newbury, NH

Average UV index in December - South Newbury, 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
South Newbury, NH

Average cloud cover in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
South Newbury, NH

Average visibility in December - South Newbury, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

South Newbury, New Hampshire, USA

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