December weather forecast
Rockwell, MD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockwell, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Rockwell during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Rockwell, Maryland, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rockwell, there are 165.5 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rockwell are January through April, November and December. In Rockwell, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Rockwell, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rockwell is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rockwell, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rockwell, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockwell. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Rockwell?

During December, Rockwell experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockwell?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockwell?

In Rockwell, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rockwell in December?

In December, in Rockwell, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockwell?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Rockwell, Maryland, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockwell?

On the first day of December in Rockwell, Maryland, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockwell?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rockwell is 5.2h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockwell.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rockwell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rockwell, MD

Average temperature in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockwell, MD

Average pressure in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockwell, MD

Average wind speed in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rockwell, MD

Average humidity in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockwell, MD

Average rainfall in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockwell, MD

Average rainfall days in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockwell, MD

Average snowfall in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockwell, MD

Average snowfall days in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockwell, MD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockwell, MD

Average sunshine days in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockwell, MD

Average UV index in December - Rockwell, MD
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockwell, MD

Average cloud cover in December - Rockwell, MD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Rockwell, MD

Average visibility in December - Rockwell, MD
  • 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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