December weather forecastArkadelphia, AR
December
Weather in December
December in Arkadelphia sees the city snugly entering the winter season. With the lowest annual temperature range in town, from 38.3°F (3.5°C) to 52.9°F (11.6°C), Winter's reign is unequivocal. Rare occurrences of snow may grace the city as rain transitions into the colder precipitation form. Short days and long nights prevail, typically associated with the winter solstice. As the year ends, Arkadelphia experiences a serene, festive atmosphere amidst a wintry weather.Temperature
With the onset of December, Arkadelphia's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's refreshing 60.8°F (16°C) to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). In the month of December, the average temperature in Arkadelphia dips to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) during the night.Humidity
February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Arkadelphia, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.4 rainfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Arkadelphia, AR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and December (5mi).
