December weather forecastPlata, AR

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Plata, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Plata, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Plata, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Plata, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Plata, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

In Plata, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

In Plata, Arkansas, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Plata, AR

  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Plata, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Plata, AR

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Plata, AR

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Plata, AR

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Plata, AR

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plata, AR

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

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
Plata, AR

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Plata, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plata, AR

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Plata, 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
Plata, 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, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Plata, AR

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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