Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During December, West Kingston witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in West Kingston is 75%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.5 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in West Kingston, Rhode Island, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in West Kingston. Throughout December, in the average 3.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Kingston, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, 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, in West Kingston, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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 West Kingston, Rhode Island. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in West Kingston in December?
What is the average humidity in December in West Kingston?
What is the rainiest month in West Kingston?
How much does it rain in West Kingston in December?
When does it start snowing in West Kingston?
What is the month with the shortest days in West Kingston?
How many hours of daylight does West Kingston have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Kingston?
How long on average sun shines in December in West Kingston?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Kingston?
What is the UV index intensity in December in West Kingston?
Average temperature in December
West 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
West 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
West 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
West 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
West 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
West 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
West 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
West 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
West Kingston, 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).
Average sunshine days in December
West 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
West 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
West 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
West 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).
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