Rockdale, MA
Unincorporated community in Bristol County, Massachusetts
Rockdale is a small unincorporated community in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It is 1.3 miles NE of New Bedford, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 02746.
Rockdale at a glance
- State
- Massachusetts
- County
- Bristol County
- ZIP code
- 02746
- Nearest town
- New Bedford (1.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 41.6517, -70.9600
Weather in Rockdale now
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Rockdale weather by the hour
Rockdale weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Rockdale.
This week in Rockdale
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Rockdale
What is the weather usually like in Rockdale?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 83°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 21°F average low
- 45.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,167 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Rockdale: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station NEW BEDFORD MUNI AP, MA US (USW00094726), adjusted for the elevation of Rockdale.
Rockdale weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Rockdale through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:06 AM | 4:40 PM | 9 h 33 min |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:18 PM | 10 h 41 min |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:51 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:01 AM | 7:25 PM | 13 h 23 min |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:58 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| June | 5:07 AM | 8:21 PM | 15 h 14 min |
| July | 5:21 AM | 8:18 PM | 14 h 57 min |
| August | 5:51 AM | 7:45 PM | 13 h 54 min |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:54 PM | 12 h 31 min |
| October | 6:54 AM | 6:04 PM | 11 h 9 min |
| November | 6:31 AM | 4:25 PM | 9 h 53 min |
| December | 7:02 AM | 4:15 PM | 9 h 13 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Rockdale?
Rockdale has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 21°F (-6°C).
It gets about 45.9 inches (1,167 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is March and the driest is February.
The best time to visit Rockdale is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Rockdale
The closest live webcam is New Bedford › East: I-195: I-195-EB-MM25.4 - Ex 27B Washburn St: EAST, 1.9 miles E of Rockdale.
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Other communities near Rockdale
- Westview Park0.6 mi SE
- Idlewood1.5 mi SW
- Acushnet Station1.9 mi NE
- Summit Grove2.2 mi SW
- Faunce Corner2.4 mi NW
- Kempton Croft2.7 mi W
- Oxford2.8 mi E
- University Highlands2.9 mi SW
- Redgate Corner3.4 mi S
- Apponagansett3.5 mi S
- Sherwood Forest4.2 mi NE
- Wilburite Corner4.2 mi S
- South Dartmouth4.3 mi S
- Hixville4.3 mi NW
- Pope Beach4.4 mi E
Questions about Rockdale
Where is Rockdale, MA?
Rockdale is an unincorporated community in Bristol County, Massachusetts, 1.3 miles NE of New Bedford.
What county is Rockdale in?
Rockdale is in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
What is the ZIP code of Rockdale, MA?
The ZIP code for Rockdale is 02746.
What is the nearest town to Rockdale?
New Bedford, 1.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near Rockdale?
Yes. The closest is New Bedford › East: I-195: I-195-EB-MM25.4 - Ex 27B Washburn St: EAST, 1.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Rockdale?
July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C).
What is the coldest month in Rockdale?
January, with an average low of 21°F (-6°C).
How much does it rain in Rockdale?
About 45.9 inches (1,167 mm) a year; the wettest month is March.
Does it snow in Rockdale?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Rockdale?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Rockdale have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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