December weather forecast
Gorham, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gorham, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

In Gorham, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During December, Gorham's temperature averages to 17.8°F (-7.9°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gorham, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gorham, New Hampshire, there are 168.4 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gorham, during December, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 96.4 snowfall days, and 60.94" (1548mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gorham.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gorham, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gorham?

During December, Gorham experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gorham?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Gorham?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gorham?

In Gorham, New Hampshire, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 9.49" (241mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gorham?

The month with the shortest days in Gorham is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gorham?

In Gorham, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gorham?

On the first day of December in Gorham, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gorham have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Gorham?

In Gorham, New Hampshire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gorham, NH

Average temperature in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gorham, NH

Average pressure in December - Gorham, 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
Gorham, NH

Average wind speed in December - Gorham, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gorham, NH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gorham, NH

Average rainfall in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gorham, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gorham, NH

Average snowfall in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gorham, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 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
Gorham, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gorham, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gorham, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gorham, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Gorham, NH

Average visibility in December - Gorham, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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