December weather forecast
Alpena, AR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Alpena, Arkansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at an icy 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Alpena, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Alpena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Alpena, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Alpena, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alpena, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alpena?

In December, in Alpena, Arkansas, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alpena, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alpena have in December?

In Alpena, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpena have in December?

In Alpena, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Alpena?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alpena, AR

Average temperature in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Alpena, AR

Average pressure in December - Alpena, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Alpena, AR

Average wind speed in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Alpena, AR

Average humidity in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Alpena, AR

Average rainfall in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Alpena, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alpena, AR

Average snowfall in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alpena, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alpena, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Alpena, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Alpena, AR

Average UV index in December - Alpena, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Alpena, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Alpena, 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 June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Alpena, AR

Average visibility in December - Alpena, 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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