December weather forecastMena, AR
December
Weather in December
December welcomes the year-end with its distinct wintry weather in Mena, as lower temperature prevails throughout the day. Cold becomes more pronounced, especially from late afternoon to morning, requiring ample winter wear for warmth and comfort. The city receives the year's last bit of significant rainfall, while the chance of snowfall increases, adding to the wintry feel. As daylight shortens to 9.9 hours, Mena beautifully transitions from fall's colorful foliage to winter's stark contrast of white snow against bare trees. With its chilly days and colder nights, December wraps up the year's weather cycle, turning Mena into a winter wonderland.Temperature
The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). December nights in Mena experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C).Humidity
In Mena, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Mena, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mena, there are 164 rainfall days, and 40.12" (1019mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mena, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mena, Arkansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.9 days and aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mena.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Mena, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Mena.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Mena. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mena, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Mena, AR
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Mena, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Mena, AR
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Mena, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Mena, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mena, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.79"
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
Mena, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Mena, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mena, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Mena, AR
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Mena, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Mena, AR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and December (5mi).
