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Hope, AR

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Hope, Arkansas, displaying a wintery scene with reduced temperatures. The frosty winds returning to an average speed of around 6.1mph (9.8km/h), accentuate the chill. The month also witnesses minor snowfall events, adding to the winter feel. Despite being the conclusive month of the year, December paves the way for a fresh start, setting the stage for the looming cold January.

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Hope, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Hope.

Rainfall

In Hope, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall in Hope.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hope.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hope, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hope. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hope?

The high-temperature in Hope, Arkansas, during December is 54°F (12.2°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Hope?

The months with the highest humidity in Hope, Arkansas, are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hope?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hope, Arkansas, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Hope in December?

In December, in Hope, Arkansas, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hope?

In Hope, snow does not fall in April through December.

Does it snow in Hope in December?

In Hope, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hope?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hope, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hope have in December?

In Hope, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hope?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hope, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hope have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hope, Arkansas, is 5.2h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Hope, Arkansas, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hope, 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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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
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December
Jan
Average high temperature
62.1°F 16.7°C
54°F 12.2°C
51.4°F 10.8°C
Average low temperature
45°F 7.2°C
38.8°F 3.8°C
35.4°F 1.9°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
6.3mph 10.1km/h
6.1mph 9.8km/h
6.4mph 10.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.8mph 10.9km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
6.9mph 11.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.8mph 17.4km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
Average humidity
76%
80%
78%
Average rainfall
1.5" 38mm
2.4" 61mm
1.65" 42mm
Average rainfall days
8.8
11.1
9.4
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
0.31" 8mm
Average snowfall days
0.3
0.3
1
Average daylight
10h 2min
10h 0min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
5h 4min
5h 1min
5h 2min
Average sunshine days
19.1
18.1
20
Average UV index
3
2
3
Average cloud cover
38%
45%
41%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in December
Hope, AR

Average temperature in December - Hope, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hope, AR

Average pressure in December - Hope, AR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hope, AR

Average wind speed in December - Hope, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hope, AR

Average humidity in December - Hope, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hope, AR

Average rainfall in December - Hope, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hope, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hope, AR

Average snowfall in December - Hope, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hope, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Hope, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hope, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hope, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hope, AR

Average UV index in December - Hope, 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
Hope, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Hope, AR

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

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

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