December weather forecast
East Greenwich, RI

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Weather in December

December in East Greenwich is typified by the arrival of winter. The temperatures drop significantly from November, and snowfall becomes more frequent. The noticeably shorter daylight hours and longer nights add to the frigid feel of the season. Despite the cold, December brings a festive mood to the town with holiday decorations and activities in full swing. With the year ending, the town wraps up in a blanket of snow, bidding farewell to the old and welcoming the new with warmth and cheer.

Temperature

East Greenwich's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, East Greenwich records an average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In East Greenwich, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Greenwich, the average sunshine in December 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in East Greenwich during December are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In East Greenwich, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In East Greenwich, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does East Greenwich have 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 6:54 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Greenwich have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In East Greenwich, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average temperature in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average pressure in December - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average wind speed in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average humidity in December - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average rainfall in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average rainfall days in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average snowfall in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average snowfall days in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Greenwich, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average sunshine days in December - East Greenwich, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average UV index in December - East Greenwich, 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
East Greenwich, RI

Average cloud cover in December - East Greenwich, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
East Greenwich, RI

Average visibility in December - East Greenwich, 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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