December weather forecast
Rockland, MA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockland, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.5°F (4.7°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Rockland observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). Rockland, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rockland, Massachusetts, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rockland, Massachusetts, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Rockland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Rockland, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Rockland, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) 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 in Rockland, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rockland, 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 in Rockland, Massachusetts. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rockland?

In Rockland, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockland?

In Rockland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Rockland in December?

In December, in Rockland, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rockland in December?

In Rockland, Massachusetts, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockland?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rockland, Massachusetts.

How many hours of daylight does Rockland have in December?

In Rockland, Massachusetts, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockland?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rockland, Massachusetts, is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rockland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rockland, Massachusetts, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockland, MA

Average temperature in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockland, MA

Average pressure in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockland, MA

Average wind speed in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rockland, MA

Average humidity in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, June, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockland, MA

Average rainfall in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockland, MA

Average rainfall days in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockland, MA

Average snowfall in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockland, MA

Average snowfall days in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockland, MA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockland, MA
  • 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockland, MA

Average sunshine days in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 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).

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Average UV index in December
Rockland, MA

Average UV index in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockland, MA

Average cloud cover in December - Rockland, MA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Rockland, MA

Average visibility in December - Rockland, MA
  • 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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