December weather forecast
Arkwright, RI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arkwright, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). In the month of December, Arkwright records a consistent average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In Arkwright, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Arkwright, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Arkwright, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Arkwright, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:54 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, in Arkwright, sunrise is at 7:13 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 in Arkwright.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Arkwright?

December temperatures in Arkwright, Rhode Island, vary between a high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arkwright?

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

How much does it rain in Arkwright in December?

In Arkwright, Rhode Island, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Arkwright in December?

In Arkwright, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arkwright?

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

How many hours of daylight does Arkwright have in December?

In Arkwright, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Arkwright?

On the first day of December in Arkwright, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arkwright?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Arkwright?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arkwright?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Arkwright?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arkwright is 2. A UV Index value 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
Arkwright, RI

Average temperature in December - Arkwright, RI
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arkwright, RI

Average pressure in December - Arkwright, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Arkwright, RI

Average wind speed in December - Arkwright, RI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arkwright, RI

Average humidity in December - Arkwright, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arkwright, RI

Average rainfall in December - Arkwright, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arkwright, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Arkwright, RI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arkwright, RI

Average snowfall in December - Arkwright, RI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arkwright, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Arkwright, RI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arkwright, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arkwright, RI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arkwright, RI

Average UV index in December - Arkwright, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arkwright, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Arkwright, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Arkwright, RI

Average visibility in December - Arkwright, 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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