December weather forecast
Shawomet, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Shawomet, Rhode Island, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Shawomet is 76%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Shawomet, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Shawomet, 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shawomet?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shawomet, Rhode Island, are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Shawomet?

In Shawomet, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Shawomet?

The month with the most rainfall in Shawomet 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 Shawomet in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shawomet in December?

In December, in Shawomet, Rhode Island, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shawomet?

The month with the shortest days in Shawomet is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shawomet have in December?

In Shawomet, Rhode Island, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shawomet?

On the first day of December in Shawomet, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Shawomet?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Shawomet?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shawomet?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shawomet?

In Shawomet, Rhode Island, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shawomet, RI

Average temperature in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average pressure in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average wind speed in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average humidity in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average rainfall in December - Shawomet, 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 (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawomet, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average snowfall in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average UV index in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Shawomet, 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
Shawomet, RI

Average visibility in December - Shawomet, 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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