December weather forecast
Rockport, ME

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Weather in December

December in Rockport marks the return of the winter chills, with the high temperature dipping to an average of 35.8°F (2.1°C). Although down to 4.6 hours, sunlight dramatically lights up the city under the winter louvre. Snowfall graces the city afresh, building up the festive charm of wintry Rockport. As the city turns into a dazzling white canvas, the spirit of the holidays takes over. The encompassing winter chill of December resonates with the festive aura, wrapping up the climatological calendar for Rockport.

Temperature

December weather in Rockport is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) on average during December.

Humidity

In Rockport, Maine, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Rockport are April, November and December, with an average 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rockport, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Rockport, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 7.05" (179mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Rockport, the average seawater temperature in December is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Dipping into 45.1°F (7.3°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rockport, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rockport?

December temperatures in Rockport vary between a high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockport?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Rockport?

The months with the most rainfall in Rockport are April, November and December, with an average 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rockport in December?

In December, in Rockport, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rockport in December?

In December, in Rockport, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Rockport?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Rockport, Maine, is 45.1°F (7.3°C). Swimming in 45.1°F (7.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockport?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rockport have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rockport, Maine, is 8h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockport?

On the first day of December in Rockport, Maine, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rockport?

The month with the least sunshine in Rockport is December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockport have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rockport is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rockport?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rockport, Maine, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rockport?

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, ME

Average temperature in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockport, ME

Average pressure in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average pressure in December: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockport, ME

Average wind speed in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockport, ME

Average humidity in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockport, ME

Average rainfall in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, November and December (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockport, ME

Average rainfall days in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockport, ME

Average snowfall in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockport, ME

Average snowfall days in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Rockport, ME

Average sea temperature in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average sea temperature in December: 45°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockport, ME

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockport, ME

Average sunshine days in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockport, ME

Average UV index in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockport, ME

Average cloud cover in December - Rockport, ME
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rockport, ME

Average visibility in December - Rockport, ME
  • 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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