December weather forecastHot Springs, AR
December
Weather in December
December sees Hot Springs wrapping up the year in the full spirit of winter with temperatures nosediving into the range of 36.9°F (2.7°C) to 51.6°F (10.9°C). Among the notable occurrences of the month, even though marginal, snowfall does make its appearance. There is a noticeable decrease in sunlight hours, serving only 9.9 hours of daylight in a day. The year ends with shorter and colder days, painting an archetypal picture of the Winter season.Temperature
As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Hot Springs, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Hot Springs. In Hot Springs, during December, snow falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Hot Springs, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Hot Springs, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Hot Springs, AR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).
