December weather forecast
Henniker, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Henniker, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Henniker, New Hampshire, sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Henniker, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Henniker, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.7 snowfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Henniker, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Henniker are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Henniker experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Henniker, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Henniker, New Hampshire, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

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

In Henniker, the average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Henniker have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Henniker is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Henniker, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Henniker, NH

Average temperature in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Henniker, NH

Average pressure in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Henniker, NH

Average wind speed in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Henniker, NH

Average humidity in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Henniker, NH

Average rainfall in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Henniker, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Henniker, NH

Average snowfall in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Henniker, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Henniker, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Henniker, NH
  • 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: 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Henniker, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Henniker, NH

Average UV index in December - Henniker, 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
Henniker, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Henniker, NH

Average visibility in December - Henniker, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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