December weather forecast
Rockingham, GA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockingham, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from 67.1°F (19.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Rockingham experiences a steady low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rockingham, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Rockingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.5 days and collects up to 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Rockingham.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in December leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Rockingham, the average high-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rockingham, during December, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Rockingham, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Rockingham, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Rockingham have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockingham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rockingham, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rockingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockingham, GA

Average temperature in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockingham, GA

Average pressure in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockingham, GA

Average wind speed in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockingham, GA

Average humidity in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockingham, GA

Average rainfall in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockingham, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockingham, GA

Average snowfall in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockingham, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockingham, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockingham, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockingham, GA

Average UV index in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockingham, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Rockingham, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rockingham, GA

Average visibility in December - Rockingham, GA
  • 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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