December weather forecast
Prairie Grove, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prairie Grove, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.1°F (8.4°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). An average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Prairie Grove, Arkansas, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prairie Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 34.72" (882mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Prairie Grove. In Prairie Grove, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Prairie Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Prairie Grove, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Prairie Grove is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Prairie Grove?

December temperatures in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, vary between a high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prairie Grove?

In December, the average relative humidity in Prairie Grove is 75%.

How much does it rain in Prairie Grove in December?

In Prairie Grove, Arkansas, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Prairie Grove?

In December, in Prairie Grove, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prairie Grove?

December has the shortest days of the year in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Prairie Grove?

The average day length in December in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Prairie Grove?

On the first day of December in Prairie Grove, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie Grove have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Prairie Grove?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prairie Grove?

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

Average temperature in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average pressure in December - Prairie Grove, 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
Prairie Grove, AR

Average wind speed in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average humidity in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average rainfall in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average snowfall in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prairie Grove, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average UV index in December - Prairie Grove, 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
Prairie Grove, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie Grove, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Prairie Grove, AR

Average visibility in December - Prairie Grove, 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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