December weather forecast
Bellefonte, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bellefonte, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is noted in Bellefonte.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bellefonte, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.4 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Bellefonte. In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bellefonte, Arkansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bellefonte is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bellefonte. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bellefonte?

During December, Bellefonte experiences an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bellefonte?

The average relative humidity in December in Bellefonte is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bellefonte?

In Bellefonte, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bellefonte in December?

In December, in Bellefonte, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bellefonte?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bellefonte, Arkansas, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bellefonte have in December?

In Bellefonte, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bellefonte?

On the first day of December in Bellefonte, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bellefonte have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bellefonte is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bellefonte?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Bellefonte?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bellefonte is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average temperature in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average pressure in December - Bellefonte, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average wind speed in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average humidity in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average rainfall in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average snowfall in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bellefonte, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average UV index in December - Bellefonte, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Bellefonte, AR

Average visibility in December - Bellefonte, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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