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Newport weather in December (Rhode Island, United States of America)

How does the December weather in Newport compare to other months? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of December in Newport typically brings low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around -0°C.

Precipitation

Newport in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Expect frequent showers this month, so make sure to have an umbrella to keep yourself dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 147 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Newport. August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Newport, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 147 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
Data from: Providence, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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