December weather forecast
Portland, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Portland, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Portland's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Portland, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 40.67" (1033mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October and December are months without snowfall in Portland, Arkansas.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Portland.
On the first day of December in Portland, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Portland?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Portland?

In December, the average relative humidity in Portland is 78%.

How much does it rain in Portland in December?

In Portland, Arkansas, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Portland?

April through October and December are months without snowfall in Portland, Arkansas.

Does it snow in Portland in December?

In December, in Portland, Arkansas, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Portland?

December has the shortest days of the year in Portland, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Portland, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Portland?

On the first day of December in Portland, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Portland?

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Portland are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Portland?

In Portland, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Portland, AR

Average temperature in December - Portland, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Portland, AR

Average pressure in December - Portland, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Portland, AR

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Portland, AR

Average humidity in December - Portland, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Portland, AR

Average rainfall in December - Portland, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in December
Portland, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Portland, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Portland, AR

Average snowfall in December - Portland, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Portland, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Portland, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portland, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Portland, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Portland, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Portland, AR

Average UV index in December - Portland, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Portland, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Portland, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Portland, AR

Average visibility in December - Portland, 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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