December weather forecast
Rochester, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rochester, Vermont, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Rochester experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In Rochester, an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Rochester, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.1 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rochester, Vermont, are January through May, October through December. In December, in Rochester, it is snowing for 15.4 days. Throughout December, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rochester, Vermont, there are 86.6 snowfall days, and 36.97" (939mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rochester, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Rochester, Vermont, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January, February 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rochester in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rochester, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rochester?

The average relative humidity in December in Rochester, Vermont, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rochester?

In Rochester, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rochester in December?

In Rochester, Vermont, in December, during 15.4 snowfall days, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rochester?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rochester, Vermont.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rochester?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rochester?

In Rochester, Vermont, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rochester, Vermont.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rochester?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rochester is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rochester, VT

Average temperature in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rochester, VT

Average pressure in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rochester, VT

Average wind speed in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rochester, VT

Average humidity in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rochester, VT

Average rainfall in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rochester, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rochester, VT

Average snowfall in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rochester, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 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
Rochester, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rochester, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rochester, VT

Average UV index in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rochester, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Rochester, VT

Average visibility in December - Rochester, VT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).

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