December weather forecast
Rochester, CA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rochester, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 51%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42.3 days and collects up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Rochester.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rochester.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rochester?

In Rochester, December is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What are December temperatures in Rochester?

In Rochester, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rochester?

The average relative humidity in December in Rochester is 51%.

How much does it rain in Rochester in December?

In December, in Rochester, California, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rochester?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rochester?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in December?

In Rochester, California, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rochester?

On the first day of December in Rochester, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:51 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Rochester?

The months with the least sunshine in Rochester are February and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rochester have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rochester, California, is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rochester?

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Rochester?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rochester, CA

Average temperature in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (66.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (45.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rochester, CA

Average pressure in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rochester, CA

Average wind speed in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rochester, CA

Average humidity in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and May (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rochester, CA

Average rainfall in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rochester, CA

Average rainfall days in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.9 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Rochester, CA

Average snowfall days in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rochester, CA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rochester, CA

Average sunshine days in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rochester, CA

Average UV index in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rochester, CA

Average cloud cover in December - Rochester, CA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in December
Rochester, CA

Average visibility in December - Rochester, CA
  • 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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