Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the onset of December, Rochester experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). Throughout the month of December, Rochester observes an average nighttime temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Humidity
In Rochester, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
February, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rochester, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.3 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Rochester is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Average temperature in December
Rochester, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Rochester, OH
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Rochester, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Rochester, OH
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Rochester, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, November and December (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Rochester, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rochester, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 3.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rochester, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 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, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rochester, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Rochester, OH
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Rochester, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Rochester, OH
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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