December weather forecastEl Dorado, AR
December
Weather in December
December marks the return of winter in El Dorado, closing out the year with shorter days and cooler temperatures. The city witnesses a marginal increase in snowfall to about 0.04" (1mm), just enough to instil a holiday spirit. The overall climate takes a turn for the colder, setting the stage for the holiday season festivities. Amidst the twinkling lights and mistletoe, the weather provides the perfect setting for a fairytale Christmas season. As the year ends, the city prepares itself for the recurring cycle of seasons in the year to come.Temperature
The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). El Dorado reports an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in El Dorado are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In El Dorado, Arkansas, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In El Dorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.
Sunshine
In El Dorado, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in El Dorado. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 54.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).
Average pressure in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
El Dorado, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
El Dorado, AR
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).
Average UV index in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
El Dorado, AR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
