December weather forecast
Wilton, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Wilton, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Wilton, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.9 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wilton, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wilton, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 26.42" (671mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Wilton, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wilton, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wilton, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Wilton, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wilton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wilton, NH

Average temperature in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Wilton, NH

Average pressure in December - Wilton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wilton, NH

Average wind speed in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wilton, NH

Average humidity in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wilton, NH

Average rainfall in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Wilton, NH

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wilton, NH

Average snowfall in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wilton, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wilton, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Wilton, NH

Average UV index in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wilton, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Wilton, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Wilton, NH

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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