Rockport, MA has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, and the area receives an average of 50 inches (127 cm) of snow annually. In summer, temperatures usually reach the upper 70s Fahrenheit (mid-20s Celsius), while winter temperatures can drop below freezing. Despite its location on the Atlantic coast, Rockport experiences relatively low humidity levels due to its distance from other major bodies of water. Moreover, there are few days with extreme temperatures or high winds, making this coastal town a pleasant place to visit year-round.
Rockport, Massachusetts gets 49 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Rockport averages 46 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 201 sunny days per year in Rockport. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Rockport gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 114 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 80 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 18
Rain: averages 49 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 46 inches of snow a year