December weather forecast
West Ossipee, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Ossipee, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

West Ossipee's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). An average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In West Ossipee, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Ossipee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Ossipee. In West Ossipee, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.3 snowfall days, and 42.32" (1075mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Ossipee, New Hampshire, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Ossipee, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West Ossipee?

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 long on average sun shines in December?

In West Ossipee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Ossipee, NH

Average temperature in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average pressure in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average wind speed in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average humidity in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average rainfall in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average rainfall days in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average snowfall in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average snowfall days in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average sunshine days in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average UV index in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average cloud cover in December - West Ossipee, 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
West Ossipee, NH

Average visibility in December - West Ossipee, 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).

West Ossipee, New Hampshire, USA

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