December weather forecast
Barrington, RI

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Weather in December

Barrington rounds out the year with typical winter weather. Cold December brings the first significant snowfall of 1.42" (36mm). The shorter daylight hours and the lightly decorated snow landscapes add to the charm of winter festivities. The drop in temperature to 40.8°F (4.9°C), compared to November's chill, forms perfect holiday weather for cozy indoor gatherings. As the city is cloaked in a winter wonderland, residents brace themselves for the freezing year-end celebrations.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). In Barrington, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Barrington is 76%.

Rainfall

In Barrington, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Barrington, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Barrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Barrington, records 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Barrington in December?

In Barrington, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Barrington, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Barrington is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Barrington, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Barrington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Barrington?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Barrington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Barrington, RI

Average temperature in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Barrington, RI

Average pressure in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Barrington, RI

Average wind speed in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Barrington, RI

Average humidity in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Barrington, RI

Average rainfall in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Barrington, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Barrington, RI

Average snowfall in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Barrington, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Barrington, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Barrington, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Barrington, RI

Average UV index in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Barrington, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Barrington, RI

Average visibility in December - Barrington, RI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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