December weather forecast
Bella Vista, AR

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Weather in December

December is the finale of the year in Bella Vista, Arkansas, displaying the arrival of winter in full force. Comparatively colder than November, the city mutes its colors and braces for the cold. Snowfall is a familiar sight once more, adding to the festive atmosphere fitting the holiday season. With December, Bella Vista bids adieu to the year, adorned in a winter coat and ready to embrace the new year with open arms.

Temperature

Bella Vista's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average temperature drops to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bella Vista is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bella Vista, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bella Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 31.5" (800mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bella Vista, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bella Vista, Arkansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bella Vista is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bella Vista are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bella Vista in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bella Vista, Arkansas, during December are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bella Vista?

In Bella Vista, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Bella Vista in December?

In Bella Vista, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bella Vista in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bella Vista?

The month with the shortest days in Bella Vista is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bella Vista have in December?

In Bella Vista, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bella Vista?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bella Vista, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Bella Vista?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bella Vista?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bella Vista?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bella Vista, Arkansas.

How high is the UV index in December in Bella Vista?

In Bella Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average temperature in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average pressure in December - Bella Vista, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average wind speed in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average humidity in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average UV index in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Bella Vista, AR

Average visibility in December - Bella Vista, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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