December weather forecast
Rockingham, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockingham, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rockingham, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.3 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Rockingham, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rockingham, there are 16.4 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rockingham, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rockingham, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rockingham. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
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. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Rockingham in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockingham?

In Rockingham, New Jersey, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockingham?

In Rockingham, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rockingham?

In Rockingham, New Jersey, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockingham?

The month with the shortest days in Rockingham, New Jersey, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rockingham have in December?

The average day length in December in Rockingham is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockingham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockingham, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockingham have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rockingham, New Jersey, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rockingham?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rockingham?

In Rockingham, New Jersey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average temperature in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average pressure in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

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
Rockingham, NJ

Average humidity in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Rockingham, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average UV index in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • 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
Rockingham, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Rockingham, NJ

Average visibility in December - Rockingham, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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