December weather forecast
Chester, NH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Chester, New Hampshire, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°F (2.4°C) and min 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Chester observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). Chester's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Chester is 79%.

Rainfall

In Chester, during December, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.4 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chester, New Hampshire. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Chester, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Chester is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chester are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chester?

The high-temperature, in December, in Chester, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chester?

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

How much does it rain in Chester in December?

In Chester, New Hampshire, in December, during 6.3 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Chester?

The month with the most snowfall in Chester, New Hampshire, is December, when snow falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Chester in December?

In Chester, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chester?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chester have in December?

In December, the average day length in Chester, New Hampshire, is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Chester, New Hampshire, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chester?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Chester?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chester, New Hampshire, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chester, NH

Average temperature in December - Chester, NH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chester, NH

Average pressure in December - Chester, NH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Chester, NH

Average wind speed in December - Chester, NH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chester, NH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chester, NH

Average rainfall in December - Chester, NH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chester, NH

Average rainfall days in December - Chester, NH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chester, NH

Average snowfall in December - Chester, NH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chester, NH

Average snowfall days in December - Chester, NH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Chester, NH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chester, 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
Chester, NH

Average sunshine days in December - Chester, NH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chester, NH

Average UV index in December - Chester, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chester, NH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Chester, NH

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

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

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