December weather forecast
Gortons Corner, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gortons Corner, Rhode Island, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Gortons Corner's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout December nights, Gortons Corner experiences a consistent temperature average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gortons Corner, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Gortons Corner, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gortons Corner, during the entire year, snow falls for 20 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) 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 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:26 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Gortons Corner, Rhode Island, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gortons Corner in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gortons Corner have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gortons Corner have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average pressure in December - Gortons Corner, 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
Gortons Corner, RI

Average wind speed in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average humidity in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average rainfall in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average snowfall in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Gortons Corner, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gortons Corner, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average UV index in December - Gortons Corner, 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
Gortons Corner, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Gortons Corner, RI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Gortons Corner, RI

Average visibility in December - Gortons Corner, 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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