Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). In Canterbury, December nights cool down to an average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Canterbury, New Hampshire, is 81%.Rainfall
In Canterbury, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Canterbury, there are 138.6 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Canterbury, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.22" (158mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.2 snowfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Canterbury, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Canterbury, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Canterbury, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Canterbury in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Canterbury?
How much does it rain in Canterbury in December?
How much does it snow in Canterbury in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Canterbury?
What is the average length of the day in December in Canterbury?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Canterbury?
How many hours of sunshine does Canterbury have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Canterbury?
What is the UV index reading in December in Canterbury?
Average temperature in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average rainfall in December: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average snowfall in December: 6.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
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 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Canterbury, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Canterbury, NH
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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