December weather forecast
Rocky Hill, CT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Rocky Hill's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rocky Hill, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.1 snowfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Rocky Hill?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rocky Hill, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rocky Hill, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rocky Hill, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Hill have in December?

In Rocky Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average temperature in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average pressure in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average wind speed in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average humidity in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average rainfall in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average snowfall in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average UV index in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Rocky Hill, CT

Average visibility in December - Rocky Hill, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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