December weather forecast
Melbourne, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Melbourne, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Melbourne notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) in Melbourne.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Melbourne, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melbourne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 35.2" (894mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melbourne, Arkansas, are January through March, November and December. In Melbourne, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Melbourne, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.4 days and aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Melbourne?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Melbourne during December are 48°F (8.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melbourne?

In December, the average relative humidity in Melbourne is 76%.

How much does it rain in Melbourne in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melbourne?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Melbourne.

How many hours of daylight does Melbourne have in December?

The average day length in December in Melbourne is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melbourne?

On the first day of December in Melbourne, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melbourne?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melbourne?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Melbourne?

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

Average temperature in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Melbourne, AR

Average pressure in December - Melbourne, 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
Melbourne, AR

Average wind speed in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Melbourne, AR

Average humidity in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melbourne, AR

Average rainfall in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Melbourne, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Melbourne, AR

Average snowfall in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
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
Melbourne, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melbourne, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melbourne, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melbourne, AR

Average UV index in December - Melbourne, 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
Melbourne, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Melbourne, AR

Average visibility in December - Melbourne, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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