December weather forecast
Rockland, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Rockland, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Rockland's temperature during December nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Rockland, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rockland, Michigan, there are 122.6 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rockland are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rockland is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rockland, the average sunshine in December is 2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rockland are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rockland?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rockland, records 27.5°F (-2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rockland?

In Rockland, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Rockland in December?

In Rockland, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Rockland?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Rockland, Michigan. Snow falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Rockland?

In December, it is snowing for 20.5 days. Throughout December, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockland?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rockland, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rockland have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rockland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rockland?

In Rockland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Rockland, MI

Average temperature in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rockland, MI

Average pressure in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockland, MI

Average wind speed in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rockland, MI

Average humidity in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockland, MI

Average rainfall in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, June, August and October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockland, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockland, MI

Average snowfall in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockland, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rockland, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockland, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockland, MI

Average UV index in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockland, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Rockland, MI

Average visibility in December - Rockland, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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