December weather forecastOxford, AR
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Oxford, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).Temperature
Oxford's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Oxford's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 34°F (1.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Oxford, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 34.17" (868mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Oxford, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oxford, Arkansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.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
The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Oxford are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Oxford, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34°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).
Average pressure in December
Oxford, 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
Oxford, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Oxford, AR
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Oxford, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Oxford, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oxford, AR
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Oxford, 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
Oxford, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Oxford, 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).
