December weather forecast
Rhode Island, USA

December in Rhode Island heralds the official onset of winter, characterized by a crystalline landscape, brisk temperatures, and the festive spirit of the holiday season. Providence, often a mirror reflecting the state's climate patterns, glistens under a blanket of snow, evoking a sense of wintry wonder.

In December, Rhode Island's temperatures typically move between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 45°F (7.2°C). The pervasive influence of the Atlantic Ocean ensures that the coastal regions experience a pronounced chill, with nighttime temperatures often dipping significantly. Meanwhile, the state's inland regions, while chilly, may sometimes exhibit slightly less severe cold spells.

Snow becomes a predominant feature in December's weather. The western areas of Rhode Island, consistent with their yearly precipitation behavior, often experience substantial snowfall. Providence, alongside the northern bay areas, witnesses its fair share of snow, occasionally interspersed with rainy days, especially in the earlier parts of the month.

When juxtaposed against November, December's colder embrace is palpable. The days are at their shortest, and the temperatures seldom rise, evoking a true wintry ambiance. As Rhode Island nestles under December's cold canopy, the anticipation of the holiday season and the promise of a new year ahead make this month a period of reflection, celebration, and preparation for the deep winter months that lie ahead.

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• Providence - December »
  In Providence, Rhode Island, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Providence, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.
• Warwick - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Warwick is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Warwick, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.
• Cranston - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Cranston is December, when the rain falls for 3.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. The month with the most snowfall in Cranston is December, when snow falls for 2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.
• Pawtucket - December »
  In Pawtucket in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Pawtucket, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• East Providence - December »
  In East Providence, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In East Providence, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.
• Woonsocket - December »
  In Woonsocket in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Woonsocket, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Coventry - December »
  In Coventry, Rhode Island, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Coventry is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.
• Cumberland - December »
  In Cumberland during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cumberland, Rhode Island.
• North Providence - December »
  In North Providence during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. December has the shortest days of the year in North Providence with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
• West Warwick - December »
  In West Warwick during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In West Warwick in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.
• North Kingstown - December »
  In North Kingstown, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. The months with the lowest UV index in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.