December weather forecast
Snug Harbor, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Snug Harbor, Rhode Island, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Snug Harbor's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). During December nights, Snug Harbor witnesses a consistent average temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) 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 6:53 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Snug Harbor, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Snug Harbor?

In Snug Harbor, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Snug Harbor, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time 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.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Snug Harbor, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months 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?

In Snug Harbor, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Snug Harbor, RI

Average temperature in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average pressure in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average wind speed in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average humidity in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average rainfall in December - Snug Harbor, 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 (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Snug Harbor, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average snowfall in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

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

Average sunshine days in December
Snug Harbor, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average UV index in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Snug Harbor, 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
Snug Harbor, RI

Average visibility in December - Snug Harbor, 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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