December weather forecast
Rockwood, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockwood, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C). Rockwood registers an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rockwood is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Rockwood, during December, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Rockwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rockwood, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Rockwood is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rockwood?

Rockwood in December has an average high-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Rockwood, Michigan, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Rockwood?

The month with the least rainfall in Rockwood, Michigan, is December, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rockwood in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rockwood in December?

In December, in Rockwood, Michigan, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockwood?

The month with the shortest days in Rockwood, Michigan, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Rockwood?

In Rockwood, Michigan, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockwood?

On the first day of December in Rockwood, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockwood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rockwood is 3.6h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Rockwood, Michigan, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Rockwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Rockwood, MI

Average temperature in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockwood, MI

Average pressure in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rockwood, MI

Average wind speed in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockwood, MI

Average humidity in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockwood, MI

Average rainfall in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockwood, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockwood, MI

Average snowfall in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockwood, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockwood, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockwood, MI
  • 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockwood, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockwood, MI

Average UV index in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockwood, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Rockwood, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rockwood, MI

Average visibility in December - Rockwood, MI
  • 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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