Rochester (NY)
December
Weather in Rochester, New York for December 2026
Your guide to Rochester weather in December - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Rochester during December, with an average of 16 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Rochester at the beginning of December is 1.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 3.7 °C by the end of December.
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8
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7
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16
Snow days
2°/-2°
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24 km/h
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81 %
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Rochester Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Rochester
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December weather in Rochester day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Moderate rain | 2° /-2° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Light rain | 4° /-1° | 7.7 mm | 5.1 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Moderate rain | 3° /-1° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Overcast | 0° /-4° | 0.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 7 |  Heavy snow | 1° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Patchy light drizzle | 5° /-2° | 13.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 |  Heavy rain | 7° /2° | 32 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-2° | 4 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Cloudy | 2° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Patchy light snow | 0° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Cloudy | 0° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 |  Sunny | 2° /-3° | 2.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Overcast | 6° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Light rain | 5° /0° | 6.4 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Dec. 19 |  Light snow showers | 2° /-3° | 8.7 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Sunny | 1° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 |  Light freezing rain | 1° /-4° | 1.8 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Cloudy | -1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Light rain | 3° /-3° | 8.2 mm | 3.6 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Light drizzle | 3° /-1° | 2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Cloudy | 4° /-1° | 1.5 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Light drizzle | 1° /-2° | 7.6 mm | 5.2 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Moderate rain | 2° /0° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 |  Fog | 5° /-1° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 |  Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 10.8 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Light snow | 2° /-2° | 4 mm | 2.5 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rochester in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Rochester forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Rochester in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rochester during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rochester during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 132.9 mm is expected in Rochester during December, occurring over more than 7 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Rochester in December 2026?
Rochester experiences an average snowfall of 26.21 cm during December, occurring over 16 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rochester during December?
The average wind speed in Rochester during December is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Rochester snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Rochester sees 16 snowy days during December, with approximately 26.2 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Rochester
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Typically, Rochester has 7 rainy days in December with a total of 132.9 mm of rainfall.
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