December weather forecast
Rock Island, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Rock Island, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a minimum average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 1.57" (40mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:20 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Rock Island?

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in Rock Island in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rock Island, is 32.4°F (0.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rock Island?

The average relative humidity in December in Rock Island is 87%.

What is the wettest month in Rock Island?

The months with the most rainfall are January and December, with an average 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Rock Island?

In Rock Island, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Rock Island?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Rock Island, Washington. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Rock Island in December?

In Rock Island, Washington, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rock Island?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rock Island, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Rock Island?

The average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rock Island?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:20 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rock Island?

In Rock Island, Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rock Island?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rock Island, Washington, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rock Island?

In Rock Island, Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rock Island, WA

Average temperature in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rock Island, WA

Average pressure in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rock Island, WA

Average wind speed in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rock Island, WA

Average humidity in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (44%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rock Island, WA

Average rainfall in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rock Island, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rock Island, WA

Average snowfall in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rock Island, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rock Island, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rock Island, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rock Island, WA

Average UV index in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rock Island, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in December
Rock Island, WA

Average visibility in December - Rock Island, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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