December weather forecast
Rockdale, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockdale, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in Rockdale's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Throughout December, Rockdale registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In Rockdale, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rockdale, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rockdale, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Rockdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rockdale, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rockdale, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rockdale, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 in Rockdale is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockdale have in December?

In Rockdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rockdale?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rockdale, IL

Average temperature in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockdale, IL

Average pressure in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockdale, IL

Average wind speed in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockdale, IL

Average humidity in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockdale, IL

Average rainfall in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockdale, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockdale, IL

Average snowfall in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockdale, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockdale, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockdale, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockdale, IL

Average UV index in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rockdale, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Rockdale, IL

Average visibility in December - Rockdale, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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