December weather forecast
Charlestown, RI

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Weather in December

By December, winter has resolutely set in over Charlestown, Rhode Island. The cold temperature is consistent, accompanied by an increased chance of snowfall towards the end of the month. Decreased daylight hours add a wintry chill to the city while the festive season keeps spirits high. The eccentricity of December is marked by an average low temperature of 35.6°F (2°C), making it one of the coldest months. While December's temperature might chill the bones, it enhances the cosy charm of indoor activities and fireside gatherings.

Temperature

Charlestown in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) marks December in Charlestown.

Humidity

In Charlestown, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Charlestown, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Charlestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Charlestown are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Charlestown. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Charlestown during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Charlestown, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Charlestown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Charlestown is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Charlestown?

The month with the most rainfall in Charlestown is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Charlestown in December?

In December, in Charlestown, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Charlestown in December?

In December, in Charlestown, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charlestown?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Charlestown?

In December, the average day length in Charlestown, Rhode Island, is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Charlestown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Charlestown?

The months with the least sunshine in Charlestown, Rhode Island, are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Charlestown?

In Charlestown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Charlestown?

The months with the lowest UV index in Charlestown, Rhode Island, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Charlestown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Charlestown, Rhode Island, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Charlestown, RI

Average temperature in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Charlestown, RI

Average pressure in December - Charlestown, 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
Charlestown, RI

Average wind speed in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Charlestown, RI

Average humidity in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Charlestown, RI

Average rainfall in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Charlestown, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Charlestown, RI

Average snowfall in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Charlestown, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Charlestown, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Charlestown, RI

Average UV index in December - Charlestown, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Charlestown, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Charlestown, RI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Charlestown, RI

Average visibility in December - Charlestown, 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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