December weather forecast
Warren, RI

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Weather in December

December sees Warren in the grip of winter again. The temperature drops to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C), yet the town glows with holiday spirit. Although snowfall isn't very high, a white Christmas is not unheard of. The short winter days are counterbalanced by the beauty of twinkling holiday lights. The year concludes with a resounding cheer of holiday festivities.

Temperature

Warren experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Warren, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Warren, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Warren, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Warren, the average seawater temperature in December is 47.8°F (8.8°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 47.8°F (8.8°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
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 avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Warren, Rhode Island, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Warren, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Warren, the average seawater temperature in December is 47.8°F (8.8°C). Swimming in 47.8°F (8.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Warren have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Warren, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Warren have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Warren, RI

Average temperature in December - Warren, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Warren, RI

Average pressure in December - Warren, RI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Warren, RI

Average wind speed in December - Warren, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Warren, RI

Average humidity in December - Warren, RI
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Warren, RI

Average rainfall in December - Warren, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Warren, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Warren, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Warren, RI

Average snowfall in December - Warren, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Warren, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Warren, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Warren, RI

Average sea temperature in December - Warren, RI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 47.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Warren, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Warren, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Warren, RI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Warren, RI

Average UV index in December - Warren, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Warren, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Warren, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Warren, RI

Average visibility in December - Warren, 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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