December weather forecastBentonville, AR
December
Weather in December
December in Bentonville, Arkansas, paints a classic winter picture, with freezing temperatures and short daylight hours dominating the scene. Witness the winter solstice in its full glory, where the lowest temperatures drop to 31.6°F (-0.2°C), setting a frigid backdrop for the city. The weather changes precipitate a snowfall that is likely to yield a thickness up to 0.75" (19mm). A cold wind-whisked atmosphere encapsulates the city, enhancing the festive aura usually attached to December. Bentonville, under the December weather scenario, dresses up in a white, chilly cloak, signing off the year on a peaceful, frosty note.Temperature
December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Humidity
In Bentonville, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In Bentonville, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Bentonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Bentonville, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Bentonville, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bentonville.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
In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°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 (28.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Bentonville, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Bentonville, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Bentonville, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Bentonville, 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).
