December weather forecast
Newport, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Newport, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Newport sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). During December, Newport records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In Newport, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Newport, Arkansas, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Newport, Arkansas. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Newport, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Newport, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Newport in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Newport, Arkansas, are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Newport in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Newport?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Newport in December?

In Newport, Arkansas, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

The month with the shortest days in Newport, Arkansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Newport?

The average day length in December in Newport, Arkansas, is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newport?

On the first day of December in Newport, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in December?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Newport?

In Newport, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newport, AR

Average temperature in December - Newport, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Newport, AR

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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
Newport, AR

Average wind speed in December - Newport, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Newport, AR

Average humidity in December - Newport, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newport, AR

Average rainfall in December - Newport, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newport, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Newport, AR

Average snowfall in December - Newport, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
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
Newport, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Newport, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newport, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Newport, AR

Average UV index in December - Newport, 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
Newport, AR

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Newport, AR

Average visibility in December - Newport, 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).

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