Temperature in Rhode Island in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Rhode Island, the United States of America this December.

Rhode Island, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in December, ranging from 6°C (43°F) in Smithfield to 8°C (46°F) in New Shoreham. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in New Shoreham and -3°C (27°F) in Smithfield. In December, it is winter.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Rhode Island, the United States of America in December?

Curious about the December temperatures in the prime spots of Rhode Island? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Rhode Island in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Rhode Island temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Rhode Island, the United States of America in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Middletown. That makes December a low month for Rhode Island, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in Rhode Island, the United States of America in December?

Middletown sees nighttime lows close to 0°C (32°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Rhode Island, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that New Shoreham is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 8°C (46°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 1°C (34°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Rhode Island, the United States of America?

According to our data, Smithfield holds the title for the coldest city in Rhode Island, the United States of America in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 6°C (43°F) and drops to lows of about -3°C (27°F) during the night.

How much sun does Rhode Island, the United States of America get in December?

Middletown usually sees around 147 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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