December weather forecast
North Sandwich, NH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Sandwich, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In North Sandwich, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Sandwich, New Hampshire, 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 North Sandwich, during December, snow falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99.7 snowfall days, and 37.05" (941mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In North Sandwich, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in North Sandwich in December?

In December, in North Sandwich, the average high-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Sandwich?

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

How many days does it rain in December in North Sandwich?

In North Sandwich, New Hampshire, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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

In December, it is snowing for 18.4 days. Throughout December, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In North Sandwich, New Hampshire, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North Sandwich?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 North Sandwich?

In North Sandwich, New Hampshire, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Sandwich?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in North Sandwich?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Sandwich, NH

Average temperature in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average pressure in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average wind speed in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average humidity in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average rainfall in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average rainfall days in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average snowfall in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average snowfall days in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average sunshine days in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average UV index in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average cloud cover in December - North 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
North Sandwich, NH

Average visibility in December - North 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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