December weather forecast
River Point, RI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in River Point, Rhode Island, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°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 wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout the month of December, River Point sees a steady low-temperature average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In River Point, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In River Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In River Point, Rhode Island, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In River Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in River Point, 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in River Point 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in River Point?

In River Point, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in River Point?

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

How many days does it rain in December in River Point?

In December, in River Point, Rhode Island, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in River Point in December?

In December, in River Point, Rhode Island, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in River Point?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in River Point, Rhode Island.

How many hours of daylight does River Point have in December?

In River Point, Rhode Island, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in River Point?

On the first day of December in River Point, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does River Point have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in River Point is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in River Point?

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 reading in December in River Point?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in River Point is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
River Point, RI

Average temperature in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average pressure in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average wind speed in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average humidity in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average rainfall in December - River Point, RI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
River Point, RI

Average rainfall days in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average snowfall in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average snowfall days in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - River Point, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
River Point, RI

Average sunshine days in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average UV index in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average cloud cover in December - River Point, 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
River Point, RI

Average visibility in December - River Point, 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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