December weather forecastKingston, RI
December
Weather in December
Rounding up the year, December paints the landscape of Kingston with streaks of winter hues. The return of snowfall, lending a white veneer to the cityscape, is a prominent marker of weather transition. Gradual reduction in temperature and daylight hours, couples with the subtle ascent of relative humidity. Snowfall returns to the scene with 1.06" (27mm) recorded, highlighting the onset of the colder months. Amidst the chill and decreased visibility, Kingston bids adieu to the year under a spectacular display of twinkling, snowy nights.Temperature
Kingston's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) is observed.Humidity
In Kingston, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Kingston. Throughout December, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Kingston, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.3 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Kingston is 4.9h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kingston. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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 (1.5").
Average rainfall days in December
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, RI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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
Kingston, 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).
