December weather forecast
Rockville, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Rockville, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Rockville experiences a consistent average temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Rockville, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rockville, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rockville, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Rockville, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rockville is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rockville in December?

In December, in Rockville, the average high-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°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 July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockville?

In Rockville, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockville?

In Rockville, Minnesota, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Rockville?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Rockville, Minnesota. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Rockville?

In December, in Rockville, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockville?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Rockville is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockville?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rockville, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Rockville are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Rockville?

In Rockville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockville, MN

Average temperature in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockville, MN

Average pressure in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockville, MN

Average wind speed in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rockville, MN

Average humidity in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockville, MN

Average rainfall in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockville, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockville, MN

Average snowfall in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockville, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockville, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockville, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockville, MN

Average UV index in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockville, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Rockville, MN

Average visibility in December - Rockville, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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