December weather forecast
Rocky Hill, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rocky Hill, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Rocky Hill, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rocky Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Rocky Hill, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Rocky Hill, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Rocky Hill, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rocky Hill, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Rocky Hill, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rocky Hill, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rocky Hill, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Hill have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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
Rocky Hill, PA

Average temperature in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average pressure in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average humidity in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average UV index in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Rocky Hill, PA

Average visibility in December - Rocky Hill, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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