December weather forecast
South Bend, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Bend, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in South Bend's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). December nights in South Bend are marked by an average temperature drop to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Bend, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 38.66" (982mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in South Bend. In December, in South Bend, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.8 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Bend.
On the first day of December in South Bend, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In South Bend, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in South Bend. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in South Bend?

During December, South Bend experiences an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Bend?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in South Bend in December?

In South Bend, Arkansas, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in South Bend?

In December, in South Bend, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Bend?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Bend, Arkansas, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does South Bend have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Bend is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Bend?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Bend, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Bend?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Bend is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Bend?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in South Bend.

How high is the UV index in December in South Bend?

In South Bend, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Bend, AR

Average temperature in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Bend, AR

Average pressure in December - South Bend, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Bend, AR

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Bend, AR

Average humidity in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Bend, AR

Average rainfall in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Bend, AR

Average rainfall days in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Bend, AR

Average snowfall in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Bend, AR

Average snowfall days in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Bend, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Bend, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Bend, AR

Average sunshine days in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Bend, AR

Average UV index in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
South Bend, AR

Average cloud cover in December - South Bend, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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
South Bend, AR

Average visibility in December - South Bend, 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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