December weather forecast
Jackson, NH

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Weather in December

December rounds off the year with an actual winter feel as temperatures plummet to an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Snowfall peaks at 2.76" (70mm), paving the way for the upcoming trek and ski season. Despite the chill, the festive mood in Jackson during December contributes a unique charm that overrides the weather impediments, truly manifesting as a winter wonderland place.

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Jackson, during December, averages of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Jackson, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jackson, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Jackson, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Jackson, there are 41.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Jackson is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Jackson, New Hampshire, is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Jackson?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Jackson are 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Jackson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Jackson is 83%.

How much does it rain in Jackson in December?

In Jackson, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Jackson in December?

In Jackson, New Hampshire, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jackson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Jackson, New Hampshire, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in December?

In Jackson, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jackson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Jackson?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jackson is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jackson?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Jackson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jackson is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jackson, NH

Average temperature in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jackson, NH

Average pressure in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NH

Average wind speed in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jackson, NH

Average humidity in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jackson, NH

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jackson, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jackson, NH

Average snowfall in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jackson, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 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
Jackson, NH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jackson, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (18.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jackson, NH

Average UV index in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Jackson, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Jackson, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Jackson, NH

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

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

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