December weather forecast
Gorham, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gorham, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°F (-3°C) and max 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C). In Gorham, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gorham is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gorham, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gorham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 22.48" (571mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gorham, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In Gorham, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.3 days and aggregates up to 19.41" (493mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Gorham, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gorham, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Gorham, 35.4°F (1.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gorham, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gorham have in December?

In Gorham, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Gorham, NY

Average temperature in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Gorham, NY

Average pressure in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gorham, NY

Average wind speed in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Gorham, NY

Average humidity in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gorham, NY

Average rainfall in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Gorham, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gorham, NY

Average snowfall in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gorham, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gorham, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gorham, NY
  • 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gorham, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gorham, NY

Average UV index in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gorham, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gorham, NY

Average visibility in December - Gorham, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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