December weather forecast
Sidney, AR

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sidney, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.4°F (9.1°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). December in Sidney sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sidney is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sidney, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sidney, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sidney, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sidney, there are 7.5 snowfall days, and 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Sidney, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sidney, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sidney are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sidney?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sidney, is 48.4°F (9.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sidney?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Sidney in December?

In Sidney, Arkansas, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sidney?

In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sidney?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sidney?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sidney, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sidney have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sidney, Arkansas, is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sidney?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sidney, AR

Average temperature in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Sidney, AR

Average pressure in December - Sidney, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Sidney, AR

Average wind speed in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Sidney, AR

Average humidity in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Sidney, AR

Average rainfall in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Sidney, AR

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.6 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Sidney, AR

Average snowfall in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Sidney, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sidney, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Sidney, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Sidney, AR

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

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

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Sidney, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Sidney, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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 26).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Sidney, AR

Average visibility in December - Sidney, 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).

[Resources]

Sidney, Arkansas, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location