December weather forecast
Alton Bay, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Alton Bay, New Hampshire, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Throughout December nights, Alton Bay experiences a consistent temperature average of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Alton Bay, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alton Bay, New Hampshire, there are 152 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alton Bay, New Hampshire, are January through May, October through December. In Alton Bay, in December, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.01" (178mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alton Bay, New Hampshire, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Alton Bay is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Alton Bay?

In December, in Alton Bay, the average high-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alton Bay?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Alton Bay in December?

In Alton Bay, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alton Bay?

In Alton Bay, in December, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alton Bay?

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 Alton Bay?

The average day length in December in Alton Bay, New Hampshire, is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alton Bay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alton Bay have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Alton Bay is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alton Bay?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alton Bay.

How high is the UV index in December in Alton Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average temperature in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average pressure in December - Alton Bay, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average wind speed in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average humidity in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average rainfall in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average snowfall in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alton Bay, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average UV index in December - Alton Bay, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Alton Bay, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Alton Bay, NH

Average visibility in December - Alton Bay, 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).

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