December weather forecast
Carthage, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Carthage, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Carthage records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Carthage experiences a steady low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 34.96" (888mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Carthage, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Carthage is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Carthage, Arkansas. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Carthage?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carthage, Arkansas, during December are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carthage?

In Carthage, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Carthage in December?

In December, in Carthage, Arkansas, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Carthage?

December is the first month it typically snows in Carthage, Arkansas. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carthage?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Carthage?

The average day length in December in Carthage, Arkansas, is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carthage?

On the first day of December in Carthage, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Carthage?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Carthage?

The months with the lowest UV index in Carthage, Arkansas, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Carthage?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Carthage, Arkansas, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carthage, AR

Average temperature in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carthage, AR

Average pressure in December - Carthage, 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
Carthage, AR

Average wind speed in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carthage, AR

Average humidity in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carthage, AR

Average rainfall in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carthage, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carthage, AR

Average snowfall in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carthage, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carthage, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carthage, AR

Average UV index in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Carthage, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Carthage, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Carthage, AR

Average visibility in December - Carthage, 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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