December weather forecast
Ratcliff, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Ratcliff, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Ratcliff, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ratcliff, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ratcliff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.9 days and collects up to 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Ratcliff. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Ratcliff, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.6 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ratcliff in December?

Ratcliff in December has an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ratcliff?

The average relative humidity in December in Ratcliff is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ratcliff?

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ratcliff?

December is the first month it typically snows in Ratcliff, Arkansas. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ratcliff?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ratcliff have in December?

In Ratcliff, Arkansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ratcliff?

On the first day of December in Ratcliff, Arkansas, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ratcliff have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ratcliff, Arkansas, is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ratcliff?

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 Ratcliff?

In Ratcliff, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average temperature in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average pressure in December - Ratcliff, 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
Ratcliff, AR

Average wind speed in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ratcliff, AR

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average rainfall in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average snowfall in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ratcliff, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ratcliff, AR

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Ratcliff, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Ratcliff, AR

Average visibility in December - Ratcliff, 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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