Rhode Island climate
Rhode Island climate
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Climate overview
Rhode Island (United States of America) in general has a mild continental climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 3 °C (38 °F) in January to 26 °C (79 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from -5 °C (23 °F) in January to 17 °C (63 °F) in July. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 3 °C (38 °F) in February to 19 °C (67 °F) in August. The driest month is September with just 8 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is December with 12 days of rain.
When is the best time to go to Rhode Island?
The best time to visit Rhode Island is between July and August. In this period day temperatures range from 26 °C (79 °F) to 26 °C (79 °F), night temperatures from 17 °C (63 °F) to 17 °C (63 °F) and you can expect on average 9 days of rain per month and 8 of sunshine on average per day. The sea temperature at this time of the year is around 18 °C (65 °F) - 19 °C (67 °F). For non-beach activities, such as sightseeing, hiking in nature, the best time to visit is July - August.
Which month is the sunniest in Rhode Island?
The period, which is the sunniest in Rhode Island, is in the months of April - August, when there is an average of 8 sun hours per day.
Which months have the highest daily temperature in Rhode Island?
The hottest month in Rhode Island is July with a temperature of 26 °C (79 °F). The period with the highest daytime temperatures is in Rhode Island during July - August. The temperatures range at this time between 26 °C (79 °F) - 26 °C (79 °F).
What time of year are the highest night temperatures in Rhode Island?
The highest temperatures during the night in Rhode Island could be expected between July and August. During this time the night temperatures are between 17 °C (63 °F) - 17 °C (63 °F).
What is the least cloudy season in Rhode Island?
The least cloudy months in Rhode Island are August - October, when the cloud cover is on average only 40 %.
What is the humidity in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island belongs to destinations with lower humidity. It ranges from 64 % to 75 %. The most humid months are July - October and the least humid are March - April.
Is it windy in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island is a destination with rather light or moderate winds. The months with the strongest wind are December - April, weakest wind months are June - September.
Is it freezing a lot in Rhode Island?
Yes, it is likely to be freezing at night in Rhode Island in the months of December - March.