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Rochester weather in December (Indiana, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Rochester this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Rochester typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 3°C, cooling down at night to around -4°C. It's a frigid month, so wearing warm clothing is crucial. Don't underestimate the cold; prepare accordingly.

Precipitation

Rochester in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 110 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rochester. July and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rochester climate page with graphs.

 

Rochester, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: South Bend, the United States of America (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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