December weather forecast
Shannock, RI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shannock, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

In Shannock, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Shannock observes an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Shannock, 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

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Shannock. 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 4:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Shannock 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shannock in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shannock, Rhode Island, during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Shannock?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Shannock?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Shannock?

In Shannock, Rhode Island, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Shannock?

December is the first month it typically snows in Shannock. Throughout December, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shannock?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Shannock?

The average day length in December in Shannock is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shannock?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shannock, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shannock have in December?

In Shannock, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shannock?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shannock is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shannock, RI

Average temperature in December - Shannock, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Shannock, RI

Average pressure in December - Shannock, 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
Shannock, RI

Average wind speed in December - Shannock, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Shannock, RI

Average humidity in December - Shannock, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shannock, RI

Average rainfall in December - Shannock, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shannock, RI

Average rainfall days in December - Shannock, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Shannock, RI

Average snowfall in December - Shannock, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shannock, RI

Average snowfall days in December - Shannock, 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).

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

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Shannock, RI

Average sunshine days in December - Shannock, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Shannock, RI

Average UV index in December - Shannock, 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
Shannock, RI

Average cloud cover in December - Shannock, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Shannock, RI

Average visibility in December - Shannock, 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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