December weather forecast
Sugar Hill, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Sugar Hill, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In Sugar Hill, an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In Sugar Hill, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Sugar Hill, New Hampshire, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sugar Hill, in December, during 18.2 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sugar Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.5 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sugar Hill, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sugar Hill. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sugar Hill?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sugar Hill, is 27.5°F (-2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sugar Hill?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sugar Hill, New Hampshire, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sugar Hill?

In December, in Sugar Hill, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sugar Hill in December?

In Sugar Hill, during December, snow falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sugar Hill?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sugar Hill, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sugar Hill?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sugar Hill?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sugar Hill have in December?

In Sugar Hill, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sugar Hill?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sugar Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sugar Hill is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average temperature in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average pressure in December - Sugar Hill, 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
Sugar Hill, NH

Average wind speed in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average humidity in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average rainfall in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average snowfall in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average UV index in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Sugar Hill, NH

Average visibility in December - Sugar Hill, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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