December weather forecast
Oakland Beach, RI

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Weather in December

December ushers in winter with colder temperatures and more prevalent snowfall. The average high temperature drops to a mere 41.2°F (5.1°C), and snowfall increases to 1.42" (36mm) per month. The daylight hours are the shortest for the year, while the cloud cover percentage rises to 46%. Despite the sometimes unforgiving winter chills, December exudes a distinctive charm, making it a splendid time to experience Oakland Beach's winter wonderland.

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oakland Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 24 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) 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 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Oakland Beach, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Oakland Beach, in December, the average high-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakland Beach?

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

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Oakland Beach, Rhode Island, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oakland Beach?

In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Oakland Beach is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Oakland Beach, sunrise is at 6:53 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 Oakland Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Oakland Beach, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oakland Beach, RI

Average temperature in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average pressure in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average wind speed in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average humidity in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average rainfall in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average snowfall in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average UV index in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Oakland Beach, 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
Oakland Beach, RI

Average visibility in December - Oakland Beach, 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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