December weather forecast
East Sandwich, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in East Sandwich, New Hampshire, with an average temperature varying between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). East Sandwich records a steady low-temperature average of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In East Sandwich, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In East Sandwich, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Sandwich, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 13.86" (352mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Sandwich, New Hampshire, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99.7 snowfall days, and 37.05" (941mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Sandwich.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in East Sandwich is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Sandwich in December?

During December, East Sandwich experiences an average high-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Sandwich?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in East Sandwich in December?

In East Sandwich, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in East Sandwich?

In East Sandwich, New Hampshire, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Sandwich?

The month with the shortest days in East Sandwich, New Hampshire, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in East Sandwich?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East Sandwich?

On the first day of December in East Sandwich, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in East Sandwich?

The average sunshine duration in December in East Sandwich, New Hampshire, is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Sandwich?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in East Sandwich.

What is the UV index intensity in December in East Sandwich?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average temperature in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average pressure in December - East Sandwich, 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
East Sandwich, NH

Average wind speed in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average humidity in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average rainfall in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average rainfall days in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average snowfall in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average snowfall days in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 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
East Sandwich, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Sandwich, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average sunshine days in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average UV index in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average cloud cover in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
East Sandwich, NH

Average visibility in December - East Sandwich, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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