December weather forecast
Harris, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Harris, Rhode Island, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Harris observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). Harris encounters an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Harris, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Harris, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Harris, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Harris are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Harris experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Harris, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Harris, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harris?

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

How many hours of daylight does Harris have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Harris, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Harris, RI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Harris, RI

Average pressure in December - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average wind speed in December - Harris, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Harris, RI

Average humidity in December - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average rainfall in December - Harris, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Harris, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Harris, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harris, RI

Average snowfall in December - Harris, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harris, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Harris, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Harris, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harris, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harris, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Harris, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Harris, RI

Average UV index in December - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Harris, 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
Harris, RI

Average visibility in December - Harris, 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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