December weather forecast
Gifford, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gifford, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in November to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). An average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is common in Gifford, Arkansas, during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gifford is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gifford, there are 166 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gifford are January through March, November and December. In Gifford, Arkansas, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gifford, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.6 days and aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gifford is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gifford is 5.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Gifford?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gifford are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gifford?

The average relative humidity in December in Gifford, Arkansas, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gifford?

In Gifford, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gifford in December?

In December, in Gifford, Arkansas, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gifford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gifford have in December?

In Gifford, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gifford?

On the first day of December in Gifford, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gifford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Gifford is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gifford?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Gifford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gifford, Arkansas, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gifford, AR

Average temperature in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gifford, AR

Average pressure in December - Gifford, 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
Gifford, AR

Average wind speed in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gifford, AR

Average humidity in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, September and October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gifford, AR

Average rainfall in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gifford, AR

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Gifford, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gifford, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gifford, AR

Average UV index in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gifford, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Gifford, AR

Average visibility in December - Gifford, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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