December weather forecast
Peace Dale, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Peace Dale, Rhode Island, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Peace Dale's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Peace Dale reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Peace Dale. Throughout December, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Peace Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.3 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) 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 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Peace Dale, Rhode Island, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Peace Dale during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Peace Dale in December?

In Peace Dale, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Peace Dale?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

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 Peace Dale have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 4:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peace Dale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Peace Dale is 4.9h.

When is 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average temperature in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average pressure in December - Peace Dale, 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
Peace Dale, RI

Average wind speed in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average humidity in December - Peace Dale, 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, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average rainfall in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average snowfall in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Peace Dale, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peace Dale, 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
Peace Dale, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average UV index in December - Peace Dale, 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
Peace Dale, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Peace Dale, RI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Peace Dale, RI

Average visibility in December - Peace Dale, 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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