December weather forecast
Rochester, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rochester, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). December in Rochester is noted for a mean low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rochester, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Rochester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rochester, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Rochester, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.6 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rochester, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Rochester is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
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. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rochester in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rochester, is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rochester?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Rochester?

In Rochester, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rochester in December?

In Rochester, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rochester?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in December?

In Rochester, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rochester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rochester, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rochester?

In Rochester, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rochester?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Rochester, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rochester?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rochester, PA

Average temperature in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rochester, PA

Average pressure in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rochester, PA

Average wind speed in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rochester, PA

Average humidity in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rochester, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rochester, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rochester, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rochester, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 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, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rochester, PA
  • 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rochester, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rochester, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rochester, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Rochester, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Rochester, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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