December weather forecast
Palestine, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Palestine, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Palestine, an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palestine, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palestine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Palestine, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Palestine, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Palestine.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Palestine, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Palestine?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Palestine, is 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palestine?

The average relative humidity in December in Palestine, Arkansas, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Palestine in December?

In Palestine, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Palestine?

In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palestine?

The month with the shortest days in Palestine, Arkansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Palestine, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Palestine?

On the first day of December in Palestine, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Palestine?

In Palestine, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Palestine?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Palestine?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Palestine, AR

Average temperature in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palestine, AR

Average pressure in December - Palestine, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palestine, AR

Average wind speed in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palestine, AR

Average humidity in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palestine, AR

Average rainfall in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palestine, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, July and August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palestine, AR

Average snowfall in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palestine, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Palestine, 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 and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palestine, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palestine, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palestine, AR

Average UV index in December - Palestine, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Palestine, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Palestine, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Palestine, AR

Average visibility in December - Palestine, 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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