December weather forecast
Rockland, DE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockland, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Rockland encounters an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Rockland, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rockland, Delaware, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rockland, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rockland is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Rockland in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockland?

The average relative humidity in December in Rockland is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockland?

In Rockland, Delaware, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rockland in December?

In Rockland, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockland?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rockland have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rockland, Delaware, is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockland, Delaware, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Rockland, Delaware, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Rockland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Rockland, DE

Average temperature in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockland, DE

Average pressure in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockland, DE

Average wind speed in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockland, DE

Average humidity in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockland, DE

Average rainfall in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockland, DE

Average rainfall days in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockland, DE

Average snowfall in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockland, DE

Average snowfall days in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockland, DE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockland, DE

Average sunshine days in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockland, DE

Average UV index in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockland, DE

Average cloud cover in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rockland, DE

Average visibility in December - Rockland, DE
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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