December weather forecastJonesboro, AR
December
Weather in December
Finally, December in Jonesboro, Arkansas rounds off the year with a move into the colder winter season. With the dropping temperatures resting at an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C), the weather contrasts highly with November's comparatively mellow fall temperatures. Come January, the weather will remain cold, with temperatures dropping even further. With shorter days and colder nights, December is embraced by the chilly winds of winter. In Jonesboro, the weather in December acts as the transition towards the crispness of the upcoming winter months.Temperature
Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Jonesboro records a steady low-temperature average of 36.9°F (2.7°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Jonesboro, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Jonesboro are January through March, October through December. In Jonesboro, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jonesboro, there are 6 snowfall days, and 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Jonesboro, Arkansas, is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Jonesboro, Arkansas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).
Average pressure in December
Jonesboro, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Jonesboro, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Jonesboro, 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).
