December weather forecast
Gateway, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gateway, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.8°F (8.2°C) and min 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

In Gateway, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Gateway falls to an average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gateway, Arkansas, are January through May, November and December. In Gateway, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.3 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gateway, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Gateway, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gateway are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gateway in December?

Gateway in December has an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gateway?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Gateway?

In December, in Gateway, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gateway?

In Gateway, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gateway?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gateway?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gateway?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Gateway?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gateway?

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

Average temperature in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average pressure in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average wind speed in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average humidity in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average rainfall in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average snowfall in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average UV index in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Gateway, 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
Gateway, AR

Average visibility in December - Gateway, 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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