December weather forecastRochdale, MA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Rochdale, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
In Rochdale, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Rochdale, Massachusetts, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rochdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 29.76" (756mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rochdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 23.82" (605mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Rochdale is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.72"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Rochdale, MA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
