December weather forecast
Slatersville, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Slatersville, Rhode Island, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.6°F (4.2°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the nights in December, Slatersville observes an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Slatersville, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Slatersville, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Slatersville, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. 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. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Slatersville, is 39.6°F (4.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Slatersville, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Slatersville, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Slatersville, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Slatersville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Slatersville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Slatersville, RI

Average pressure in December - Slatersville, 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
Slatersville, RI

Average wind speed in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Slatersville, RI

Average humidity in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Slatersville, RI

Average rainfall in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Slatersville, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Slatersville, RI

Average snowfall in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Slatersville, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Slatersville, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Slatersville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Slatersville, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Slatersville, RI

Average UV index in December - Slatersville, 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
Slatersville, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Slatersville, RI

Average visibility in December - Slatersville, RI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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