December weather forecast
Rochester, MA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Rochester, Massachusetts, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Rochester records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). During the month of December, Rochester identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rochester, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Rochester in December has an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rochester?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rochester, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rochester, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Rochester, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Rochester, MA

Average temperature in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rochester, MA

Average pressure in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rochester, MA

Average wind speed in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Rochester, MA

Average humidity in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Rochester, MA

Average rainfall in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Rochester, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rochester, MA

Average snowfall in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rochester, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rochester, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rochester, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rochester, MA

Average UV index in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rochester, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Rochester, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rochester, MA

Average visibility in December - Rochester, MA
  • 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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