December weather forecast
Rockport, IN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockport, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). The low-temperature average for Rockport during December stands at an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rockport, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.5 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rockport, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockport in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rockport, is 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rockport, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rockport, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rockport, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockport have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Rockport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rockport, IN

Average temperature in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockport, IN

Average pressure in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockport, IN

Average wind speed in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockport, IN

Average humidity in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockport, IN

Average rainfall in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockport, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockport, IN

Average snowfall in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockport, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Rockport, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockport, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockport, IN

Average UV index in December - Rockport, IN
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockport, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Rockport, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rockport, IN

Average visibility in December - Rockport, IN
  • 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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