December weather forecast
Litchfield, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Litchfield, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout December nights, Litchfield registers an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Litchfield is 79%.

Rainfall

In Litchfield, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Litchfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.2 days and collects up to 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Litchfield. The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Litchfield, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Litchfield is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Litchfield?

The high-temperature, in December, in Litchfield, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Litchfield?

In Litchfield, New Hampshire, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Litchfield in December?

In Litchfield, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Litchfield?

The months with the most snowfall in Litchfield are February and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Litchfield?

In Litchfield, New Hampshire, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Litchfield?

December has the shortest days of the year in Litchfield, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Litchfield is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Litchfield?

On the first day of December in Litchfield, New Hampshire, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Litchfield?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Litchfield?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Litchfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Litchfield, NH

Average temperature in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Litchfield, NH

Average pressure in December - Litchfield, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Litchfield, NH

Average wind speed in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Litchfield, NH

Average humidity in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Litchfield, NH

Average rainfall in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Litchfield, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Litchfield, NH

Average snowfall in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Litchfield, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Litchfield, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Litchfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Litchfield, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Litchfield, NH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Litchfield, NH

Average cloud cover in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Litchfield, NH

Average visibility in December - Litchfield, NH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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