December weather forecastArdmore, OK
December
Weather in December
Winters officially commence in December in Ardmore, Oklahoma. As the temperature drops from November’s 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an average high of 52°F (11.1°C), residents bundle up to keep warm. Snow begins to fall, albeit slightly, giving the landscape a picturesque winter charm. As daylight hours decrease, the lights of holiday decorations illuminate the streets, creating a sparkling festive atmosphere. With the arrival of the new year, the icy grip of the winter solidifies, announcing the start of yet another weather cycle.Temperature
Ardmore's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). During the month of December, Ardmore anticipates a mean low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 68%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ardmore, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Ardmore, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average high temperature in December: 52°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average humidity in December: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).
Average rainfall in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.06").
Average rainfall days in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average snowfall in December: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ardmore, OK
- Average cloud cover in December: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in December
Ardmore, OK
- 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).
