December weather forecast
Ponca, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ponca, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). The average temperature in Ponca, Arkansas, drops to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ponca, Arkansas, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ponca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ponca are January through May, November and December. In Ponca, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Ponca, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ponca, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ponca?

December temperatures in Ponca, Arkansas, vary between a high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ponca?

In Ponca, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ponca?

In Ponca, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ponca?

In Ponca, Arkansas, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ponca?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ponca have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ponca, Arkansas, is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ponca?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ponca, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ponca have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ponca, Arkansas, is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ponca?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ponca?

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

Average temperature in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ponca, AR

Average pressure in December - Ponca, 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
Ponca, AR

Average wind speed in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ponca, AR

Average humidity in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ponca, AR

Average rainfall in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ponca, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ponca, AR

Average snowfall in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ponca, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ponca, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ponca, AR

Average UV index in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ponca, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Ponca, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Ponca, AR

Average visibility in December - Ponca, 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).

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