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

What weather conditions can you expect in Durham this December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Durham usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 4°C, cooling down at night to around -5°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Durham in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 134 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Durham climate page with graphs.

 

Durham, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 120 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 134 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Concord, the United States of America (50 KM, 31 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Durham.

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