Dover weather in December (New Hampshire, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Dover this December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During December, Dover usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is part of winter. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 4°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -5°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Dover in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 13 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 134 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dover. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Dover, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 117 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 134 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Concord, the United States of America (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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